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P317 RGS

1996 Volvo B10M

Multi-colour Diesel 9600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

311,689 mi
Last recorded311,689 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Volvo B10M217,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP317 RGS
MakeVolvo
ModelB10M
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine9,600cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 311,689 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 311,639 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Volvo B10M?

Based on 661 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
8,508
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 15
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9
Air suspension unit totally deflated 7
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6
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P317 RGS is a 1996 Volvo B10M in Multi-colour with a 9,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Volvo B10M models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 217,834 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 B10M fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P317 RGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo B10M typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Volvo B10M is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P317 RGS registered?

P317 RGS is a 1996 Volvo B10M, first registered on 9 December 1996.

Is P317 RGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P317 RGS shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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