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APO 685B

1964 Volvo 1800 S

White Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

234 mi
Last recorded234 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1964 Volvo 1800 S35,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPO 685B
MakeVolvo
Model1800 S
Year1964
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 234 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 13 May 2017 99,601 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 98,708 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 98,178 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2014 97,522 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 97,509 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 97,435 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 97,235 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 97,223 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 96,609 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 96,590 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 95,410 miles

offside front top bump stop missing

Fail 20 Jul 2009 95,393 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

offside front top bump stop missing

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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APO 685B is a 1964 Volvo 1800 S in White with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1964 Volvo 1800 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 35,044 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 APO 685B, 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 62 years old, this Volvo 1800 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APO 685B registered?

APO 685B is a 1964 Volvo 1800 S, first registered on 25 May 1964.

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The MOT history for APO 685B shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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