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AF655FZ

1996 Volvo 800 Series

Green Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2014
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

142,635 mi
Last recorded142,635 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2013
Typical for 1996 Volvo 800 Series137,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF655FZ
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2013 142,635 miles

abs pump intermittent problem

offside front rim damaged

offside rear rim damaged

rear abs sensors intermittent signal code 314 324 434

Fail 14 Feb 2013 142,635 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front rim damaged

offside rear rim damaged

Fail 3 Feb 2012 129,883 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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AF655FZ is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series in Green with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF655FZ, 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 AF655FZ registered?

AF655FZ is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 12 September 1996.

Is AF655FZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF655FZ shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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