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526 JUR

1996 Volvo 800 Series

Green Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,510 mi
Last recorded156,510 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2012
Typical for 1996 Volvo 800 Series137,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration526 JUR
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2012 156,510 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 155,085 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 155,085 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front brake disc slightly worn

N/S/F brake flexi hose slightly perished

O/S/F anti roll bar rubber split

O/S/R tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly worn

Pass 29 Nov 2006 148,617 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 143,429 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 143,415 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2005 137,724 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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526 JUR is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series in Green with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 526 JUR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 526 JUR?

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What year was 526 JUR registered?

526 JUR is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is 526 JUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 526 JUR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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