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A16 DPJ

1995 Volvo 800 Series

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

73,823 mi
Last recorded73,823 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Volvo 800 Series136,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 DPJ
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 73,823 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 73,823 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 73,823 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 73,823 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 73,823 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 73,823 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2020

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 73,824 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 May 2019 73,823 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2018 73,666 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 72,109 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 70,267 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 69,493 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 68,872 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 65,968 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 64,723 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 63,787 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 62,561 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 61,213 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 60,022 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 58,370 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 54,890 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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A16 DPJ is a 1995 Volvo 800 Series in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1995 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 136,860 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 A16 DPJ, 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 31 years old, this Volvo 800 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A16 DPJ registered?

A16 DPJ is a 1995 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 21 August 1995.

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