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BGL 268C

1965 Volvo 1800 S

Red Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,604 mi
Last recorded7,604 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1965 Volvo 1800 S51,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGL 268C
MakeVolvo
Model1800 S
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 7,604 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 6,738 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 6,622 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 6,622 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 3,662 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 2,952 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 1,611 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 1,011 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 996 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 32,451 miles

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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BGL 268C is a 1965 Volvo 1800 S in Red with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1965 Volvo 1800 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 51,957 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BGL 268C, 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 61 years old, this Volvo 1800 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BGL 268C registered?

BGL 268C is a 1965 Volvo 1800 S, first registered on 2 February 1965.

Is BGL 268C safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGL 268C shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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