£5,892
1995 Volvo 480 ES Celebration
Brightwells • UK • 18 Feb 2021
Market Position:
World Record
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£5,892
1995 Volvo 480 ES Celebration
UK • 18 Feb 2021
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1995 Volvo 480 ES Celebration is a rare, low-mileage example (30,200 miles) of the final year of production, number 403 of 480. It features a heated leather interior, comprehensive service history, and recent maintenance, suggesting it has been well-maintained and preserved.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in "super order" with "good provenance, low mileage and supporting history." Recent work includes new tires, a new battery, and a timing belt service. There are 18 old MOTs and service invoices dating back to 1998, indicating consistent maintenance. The description emphasizes that there are few examples in such good condition.
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30,200 miles
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RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
N232OJV
1995
Auction
£5,892
1995 Volvo 480 ES Celebration
Brightwells • UK • 18 Feb 2021
Market Position:
World Record
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Description
Price Analysis vs Other 480 ESs
£600
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£1,776
Median Price (Since 2020)
£5,892
Highest Price (Since 2020)
World Record
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Previous 480 ES Sales
MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 22nd Sept 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
30,382 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 23rd Sept 2026, 30,382 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Failed
On 17th Aug 2026, 30,382 miles
There were 14 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Headlamp aim unable to be tested headlamps inoperative (4.1.2 (b))
- Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Minor:
- Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Passed
On 20th Aug 2025, 30,382 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- front brakes slightly binding
Passed
On 5th Aug 2024, 30,382 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MOT Mileage Trend
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Brightwells
Easters Court, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0DE, England
Located in Leominster, Herefordshire, Brightwells is a physical and online auction house handling classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They conduct regular auctions and offer vehicle consignment services.
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