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FYE 779J

1970 Volvo 1800 S

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,697 mi
Last recorded38,697 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYE 779J
MakeVolvo
Model1800 S
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2024 38,697 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 37,455 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight Play In Steering Box

Pass 15 Mar 2017 37,084 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 36,341 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 35,568 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 34,362 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

O/S Front and N/S Rear tyres starting to crack between treads.

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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FYE 779J is a 1970 Volvo 1800 S in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FYE 779J, 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 56 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 FYE 779J registered?

FYE 779J is a 1970 Volvo 1800 S, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is FYE 779J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYE 779J shows 6 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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