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R236 HCD

1998 Volvo B10M

Orange Diesel 9600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,919 mi
Last recorded31,919 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR236 HCD
MakeVolvo
ModelB10M
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine9,600cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2020 31,919 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 21,568 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 2,215 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 217,278 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 195,596 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 165,131 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 142,400 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 125,378 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 109,878 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 87,613 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 63,842 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 42,979 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 19,606 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 258,781 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo B10M?

Based on 661 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
8,508
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 15
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9
Air suspension unit totally deflated 7
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6
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R236 HCD is a 1998 Volvo B10M in Orange with a 9,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Volvo B10M fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R236 HCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo B10M typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Volvo B10M is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of R236 HCD?

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What year was R236 HCD registered?

R236 HCD is a 1998 Volvo B10M, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R236 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R236 HCD shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R236 HCD have outstanding finance?

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