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A13 JFP

1996 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

167,775 mi
Last recorded167,775 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 1996 Volvo 800 Series137,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 JFP
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2019 167,775 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 167,771 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 165,365 miles

Rear brakes worn.

Slight blow on cat.

Pass 19 Sep 2017 164,151 miles

Hanbrake performance low on os.

Fail 12 Sep 2017 164,151 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Hanbrake performance low on os.

Pass 28 Sep 2016 163,111 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 163,111 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 162,012 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 160,393 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 155,857 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 155,818 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 149,612 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 141,685 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 133,915 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 125,852 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 115,462 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 115,462 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 105,037 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 104,846 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 94,518 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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A13 JFP is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 A13 JFP, 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

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What year was A13 JFP registered?

A13 JFP is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is A13 JFP safe to buy?

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