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AF03 PXX

2003 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,776 mi
Last recorded98,776 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Volvo S8096,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 PXX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 98,776 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 98,170 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 97,518 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 96,786 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 95,810 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 94,941 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 94,148 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 93,145 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 92,049 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 90,621 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 87,991 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside handbrake cable starting to split

Offside handbrake cable starting to split

Fail 30 Sep 2016 87,991 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside handbrake cable starting to split

Offside handbrake cable starting to split

Pass 8 Oct 2015 85,014 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 82,395 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2014 79,317 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 77,460 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 75,189 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 71,186 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 71,186 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 66,023 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 59,116 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 52,229 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 45,318 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 37,856 miles

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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AF03 PXX is a 2003 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 96,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF03 PXX, 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 23 years old, this Volvo S80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF03 PXX registered?

AF03 PXX is a 2003 Volvo S80, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AF03 PXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 PXX shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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