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MCY 169D

1966 Volvo P1800

Red Petrol 1778cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,371 mi
Last recorded74,371 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1966 Volvo P180043,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCY 169D
MakeVolvo
ModelP1800
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,778cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 74,371 miles

exhaust hitting mounting

light pitting to front pipes under bonnet

Pass 3 Feb 2020 73,482 miles

n/s/f wishbone bush deterioating

Pass 15 Dec 2016 73,481 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 73,481 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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MCY 169D is a 1966 Volvo P1800 in Red with a 1,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1966 Volvo P1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 43,196 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 MCY 169D, 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 60 years old, this Volvo P1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MCY 169D?

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What year was MCY 169D registered?

MCY 169D is a 1966 Volvo P1800, first registered on 31 December 1966.

Is MCY 169D safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCY 169D 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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