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P112 LTP

1997 Volvo 800 Series

White Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,379 mi
Last recorded136,379 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Volvo 800 Series134,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP112 LTP
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 136,379 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 136,379 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Apr 2010 133,778 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 133,778 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 132,748 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 132,066 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 27 Jun 2007 130,768 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 116,938 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 116,938 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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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P112 LTP is a 1997 Volvo 800 Series in White with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 134,378 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 P112 LTP, 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 29 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 P112 LTP registered?

P112 LTP is a 1997 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 18 March 1997.

Is P112 LTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P112 LTP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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