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B5 ORC

1996 Volvo 800 Series

Turquoise Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,842 mi
Last recorded131,842 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2006
Typical for 1996 Volvo 800 Series137,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 ORC
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2006 131,842 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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B5 ORC is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series in Turquoise with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 B5 ORC, 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 B5 ORC?

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What year was B5 ORC registered?

B5 ORC is a 1996 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is B5 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 ORC shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B5 ORC have outstanding finance?

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