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LPJ 317K

1972 Volvo P1800

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

75,026 mi
Last recorded75,026 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 Volvo P180079,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPJ 317K
MakeVolvo
ModelP1800
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 75,026 miles

slight brake bind off side rear

Pass 11 Apr 2016 75,022 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 75,018 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 174,960 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

under body corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2013 174,768 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 174,735 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 174,635 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 74,528 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 74,528 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 74,408 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 74,403 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Brake pedal reservoir fluid level decreases after several brake applications (3.3.C.1) DANGEROUS

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2007 174,110 miles

steering column splines worn exhaust mount mis aligned

Fail 22 Nov 2007 174,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

steering column splines worn exhaust mount mis aligned

Pass 16 Nov 2006 73,450 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

indicator tel tale lamp dim

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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LPJ 317K is a 1972 Volvo P1800 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1972 Volvo P1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 79,580 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 LPJ 317K, 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 54 years old, this Volvo P1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LPJ 317K registered?

LPJ 317K is a 1972 Volvo P1800, first registered on 20 June 1972.

Is LPJ 317K safe to buy?

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