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ASH 111R

1996 Volvo 800 Series

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,364 mi
Last recorded134,364 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Volvo 800 Series137,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASH 111R
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 134,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer tread almost bald, recommend tyre replaced. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear spring upper coils corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 134,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 133,277 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 132,197 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 131,253 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 129,974 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 128,912 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 127,382 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 126,198 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 124,712 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 123,339 miles

Nearside front tyre tread worn low on inner edge.

Offside front tyre tread bald on inner edge. Tyre required.

Pass 9 Mar 2015 121,628 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on edge.

Pass 24 Mar 2014 119,957 miles

nearside rear tyre tread cracked.

play present in offside front lower ball joint, new ball joint required soon.

Pass 28 Feb 2013 117,852 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 116,170 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 114,692 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 113,119 miles

nearside front tyre tread on legal limit on outer edge and requires replacement as soon as possible.

Pass 18 Mar 2009 110,480 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 107,389 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 103,878 miles

both front brake hoses perishing.

both front tyres near legal limit.

both outer driveshaft gaiters perished.

slight leak from nearside steering rack boot.

Pass 18 Mar 2006 10,089 miles

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

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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ASH 111R is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ASH 111R, 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 ASH 111R?

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What year was ASH 111R registered?

ASH 111R is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 20 November 1996.

Is ASH 111R safe to buy?

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