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EYF 155J

1971 Volvo P1800

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,101 mi
Last recorded81,101 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1971 Volvo P180077,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYF 155J
MakeVolvo
ModelP1800
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2025 81,101 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 77,249 miles

engine-gearbox and diff leaking oil

Pass 8 Aug 2007 76,493 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 76,228 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo P1800?

Based on 2,579 MOT tests across 355 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
252
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
355
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 98
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
brake binding 65
Stop lamp not working 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51
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EYF 155J is a 1971 Volvo P1800 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Volvo P1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 77,263 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo P1800 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 98 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EYF 155J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo P1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 55 years old, this Volvo P1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EYF 155J registered?

EYF 155J is a 1971 Volvo P1800, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is EYF 155J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYF 155J shows 4 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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