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A18 JDN

1996 Volvo 800 Series

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

68,199 mi
Last recorded68,199 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Volvo 800 Series137,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 JDN
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 68,199 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 67,453 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 66,571 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 66,081 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 65,608 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 65,076 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 64,329 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 63,306 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 62,291 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 60,186 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 60,186 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 59,638 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 58,727 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 57,696 miles

has part of roof rack sticking out from roof at head height

Fail 22 Aug 2013 57,696 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

has part of roof rack sticking out from roof at head height

Pass 31 May 2012 57,092 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 56,562 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 56,560 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 56,207 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 55,747 miles

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

Nearside Inner Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 55,439 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 54,388 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 53,361 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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A18 JDN is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 A18 JDN, 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 A18 JDN?

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What year was A18 JDN registered?

A18 JDN is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 13 December 1996.

Is A18 JDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 JDN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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