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R653 HCD

1998 Volvo B10M

Multi-colour Diesel 9600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,486 mi
Last recorded10,486 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR653 HCD
MakeVolvo
ModelB10M
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine9,600cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2016 10,486 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 134,525 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 129,344 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 122,988 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 119,606 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 112,846 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 103,160 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 93,544 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 86,208 miles

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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R653 HCD is a 1998 Volvo B10M in Multi-colour with a 9,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R653 HCD, 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 28 years old, this Volvo B10M is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R653 HCD registered?

R653 HCD is a 1998 Volvo B10M, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R653 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R653 HCD shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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