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KGJ 549A

1963 Volvo P1800

Silver Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

62,836 mi
Last recorded62,836 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1963 Volvo P180038,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGJ 549A
MakeVolvo
ModelP1800
Year1963
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 62,836 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 62,146 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 60,630 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 59,931 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 56,671 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 56,386 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 52,937 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 50,336 miles

Chassis repair's poor

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

near side rear suspension retaining strap slightly frayed

Fail 20 Jun 2009 50,336 miles

Chassis repair's poor

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

near side rear suspension retaining strap slightly frayed

Pass 21 Jun 2008 48,225 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 42,607 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 24,502 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 24,500 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Rust to near and off side rear boot floors

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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KGJ 549A is a 1963 Volvo P1800 in Silver with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1963 Volvo P1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 38,528 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KGJ 549A, 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 63 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 KGJ 549A registered?

KGJ 549A is a 1963 Volvo P1800, first registered on 17 May 1963.

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