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B5 ORV

1997 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

118,476 mi
Last recorded118,476 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Volvo 800 Series134,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 ORV
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2021 118,476 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 117,962 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated all (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 Oct 2018 117,959 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated all (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Apr 2017 117,860 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All gators (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Nearside and offside tyres wearing on inner edge and perishing

Pass 6 Apr 2016 117,764 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear both tyres wearing on inner edges and perishing

play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 27 Jun 2011 117,761 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs are pitted

Pass 22 Jul 2010 112,791 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 112,776 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

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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B5 ORV is a 1997 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 134,378 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 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 B5 ORV, 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 29 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 B5 ORV registered?

B5 ORV is a 1997 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 16 January 1997.

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