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BTK 106C

1965 Volvo 1800 S

Red Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,037 mi
Last recorded11,037 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1965 Volvo 1800 S51,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTK 106C
MakeVolvo
Model1800 S
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 11,037 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 11,009 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 10,970 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 10,925 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 10,860 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 10,783 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 10,720 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 10,648 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 10,596 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play steering arm ball joint (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 10,567 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 10,473 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play steering arm from hub to steering box (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 10,375 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 10,289 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 10,220 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 10,136 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 10,012 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 9,948 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 9,914 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 9,861 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 9,736 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

nearside front brake binding slightly

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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BTK 106C is a 1965 Volvo 1800 S in Red with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BTK 106C, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BTK 106C registered?

BTK 106C is a 1965 Volvo 1800 S, first registered on 1 January 1965.

Is BTK 106C safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTK 106C shows 20 tests 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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