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ADY 79D

1966 Volvo 1800 S

Blue Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,510 mi
Last recorded97,510 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 1966 Volvo 1800 S47,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADY 79D
MakeVolvo
Model1800 S
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 97,510 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 97,510 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 97,209 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 97,204 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 97,126 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 97,121 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking next to fuel tank (7.2.3)

How Reliable is the Volvo 1800 S?

Based on 1,529 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
312
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
Stop lamp not working 38
brake binding 37
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ADY 79D is a 1966 Volvo 1800 S in Blue with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1966 Volvo 1800 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 47,096 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 1800 S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ADY 79D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 1800 S typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 60 years old, this Volvo 1800 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ADY 79D?

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What year was ADY 79D registered?

ADY 79D is a 1966 Volvo 1800 S, first registered on 21 March 1966.

Is ADY 79D safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADY 79D shows 6 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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