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XBW 886

1963 Volvo P1800

Grey Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

33,338 mi
Last recorded33,338 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 1963 Volvo P180038,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBW 886
MakeVolvo
ModelP1800
Year1963
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 33,338 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 33,323 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts and under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 May 2019 33,323 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts and under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 33,264 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Under bonnet (3.6.B.2c)

coil spring corroded All four (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 May 2017 33,179 miles

brake pipes under bonnet are slightly corroded

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 33,144 miles

oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2013 32,193 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Feb 2013 32,193 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2011 32,684 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 32,682 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

gear box has slight oil leak

How Reliable is the Volvo P1800?

Based on 2,579 MOT tests across 355 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
252
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
355
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 98
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
brake binding 65
Stop lamp not working 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51
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XBW 886 is a 1963 Volvo P1800 in Grey with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1963 Volvo P1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 38,528 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 P1800 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 98 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBW 886, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo P1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 63 years old, this Volvo P1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XBW 886 registered?

XBW 886 is a 1963 Volvo P1800, first registered on 12 June 1963.

Is XBW 886 safe to buy?

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