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B1 PWD

1996 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

354,847 mi
Last recorded354,847 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Volvo 800 Series137,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB1 PWD
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 354,847 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 351,319 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 349,767 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 348,229 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 344,484 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 342,081 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 337,676 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 330,320 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 319,786 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 310,363 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 17 Sep 2016 310,363 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 283,533 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2014 250,991 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 231,462 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 206,047 miles

both rear tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 27 Aug 2011 178,207 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 158,530 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

surface rust on exhaust system

Pass 5 Sep 2009 151,101 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 147,407 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 143,282 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate cracked

Pass 21 Oct 2006 136,906 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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B1 PWD is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B1 PWD, 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 B1 PWD registered?

B1 PWD is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 8 October 1996.

Is B1 PWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B1 PWD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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