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YS08 EWJ

2008 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

202,195 mi
Last recorded202,195 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 EWJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2020 202,195 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 202,194 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 196,411 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Aug 2018 189,790 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 184,754 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 179,714 miles

play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 28 Aug 2015 174,773 miles

play in steering rack ends

Pass 20 Aug 2014 170,759 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 161,273 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 161,273 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 126,155 miles

advise o/s/r/ and n/s/r/ tyres

Fail 13 May 2011 91,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

rear tyres stepped badly on inner edges

Pass 13 May 2011 91,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres stepped badly on inner edges

How Reliable is the Volvo S80?

Based on 422,980 MOT tests across 31,257 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
7,037
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
31,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,357
position lamp(s) not working 13,908
Registration plate lamp not working 9,544
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,715
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 5,783
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YS08 EWJ is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 96,918 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo S80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YS08 EWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S80 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YS08 EWJ registered?

YS08 EWJ is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is YS08 EWJ safe to buy?

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