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P401 RNM

1971 Volvo 800 Series

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,708 mi
Last recorded71,708 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2010
Typical for 1971 Volvo 800 Series133,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP401 RNM
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2010 71,708 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 68,483 miles

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)

Fail 7 Feb 2009 68,339 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 65,934 miles

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)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 64,076 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 59,448 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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P401 RNM is a 1971 Volvo 800 Series in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P401 RNM, 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

How do I check the history of P401 RNM?

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What year was P401 RNM registered?

P401 RNM is a 1971 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is P401 RNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P401 RNM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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