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DDG 202C

1965 Volvo 1800 S

Red Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,220 mi
Last recorded56,220 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1965 Volvo 1800 S51,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDG 202C
MakeVolvo
Model1800 S
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 56,220 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 May 2018 55,502 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 54,779 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 54,776 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 May 2016 54,289 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 53,736 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 53,733 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 May 2014 53,204 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 May 2013 52,582 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 May 2012 51,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 51,031 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 50,720 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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DDG 202C is a 1965 Volvo 1800 S in Red with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DDG 202C, 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 DDG 202C registered?

DDG 202C is a 1965 Volvo 1800 S, first registered on 12 March 1965.

Is DDG 202C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDG 202C shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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