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A1 HRE

1996 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

87,389 mi
Last recorded87,389 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Volvo 800 Series137,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 HRE
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 87,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 85,234 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 84,812 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 84,804 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 83,814 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2018 83,814 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 83,214 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 83,214 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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Pass 3 Feb 2015 83,213 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 78,169 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 72,947 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 147,935 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 140,674 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 123,757 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 102,913 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 97,351 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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A1 HRE is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 A1 HRE, 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 A1 HRE?

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What year was A1 HRE registered?

A1 HRE is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A1 HRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 HRE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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