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B13 BBL

1993 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

175,301 mi
Last recorded175,301 miles
Recorded on4 May 2006
Typical for 1993 Volvo 800 Series134,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB13 BBL
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 May 2006 175,301 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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B13 BBL is a 1993 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 134,982 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 B13 BBL, 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 33 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 B13 BBL registered?

B13 BBL is a 1993 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is B13 BBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B13 BBL shows 1 test 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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