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M516 PNM

1971 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,452 mi
Last recorded133,452 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2006
Typical for 1971 Volvo 800 Series133,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM516 PNM
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2006 133,452 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 133,452 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2005 128,010 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 800 Series?

Based on 372,763 MOT tests across 41,605 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,405
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
41,605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,209
constant velocity joint gaiter split 19,906
position lamp(s) not working 18,486
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 15,672
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,131
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M516 PNM is a 1971 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 133,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 800 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,209 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M516 PNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 800 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 55 years old, this Volvo 800 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M516 PNM registered?

M516 PNM is a 1971 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is M516 PNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M516 PNM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M516 PNM have outstanding finance?

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