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P631 OPP

1971 Volvo 800 Series

Grey Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,285 mi
Last recorded137,285 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2009
Typical for 1971 Volvo 800 Series133,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP631 OPP
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2009 137,285 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2008 132,322 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 29 Apr 2008 132,322 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 17 Apr 2007 126,387 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 126,387 miles

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

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)

both front cv boots perrished

n/s/f and n/s/r seat belts slight fray

n/s/f mirror cracked

o/s/r tyre perrishing

play in both steering rack knucles

slight p/s leak

slight play in both front roll bar links

strongly advise front discs and pads

Pass 12 Apr 2006 118,990 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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P631 OPP is a 1971 Volvo 800 Series in Grey with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 133,777 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 P631 OPP, 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 55 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 P631 OPP registered?

P631 OPP is a 1971 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is P631 OPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P631 OPP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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