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273X901

1996 Volvo 800 Series

White Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

259,002 mi
Last recorded259,002 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2008
Typical for 1996 Volvo 800 Series137,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration273X901
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Feb 2008 259,002 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 236,811 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 800 Series?

Based on 372,763 MOT tests across 41,605 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,405
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
41,605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,209
constant velocity joint gaiter split 19,906
position lamp(s) not working 18,486
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 15,672
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,131
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273X901 is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series in White with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 137,703 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 800 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,209 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 273X901, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 800 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Volvo 800 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 273X901 registered?

273X901 is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is 273X901 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 273X901 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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