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UXC 8J

1971 Volvo P1800

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,162 mi
Last recorded3,162 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Volvo P180077,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUXC 8J
MakeVolvo
ModelP1800
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 3,162 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 3,162 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 3,118 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 3,023 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 2,937 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 2,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2013 2,897 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 2,857 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2011 2,857 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 2,857 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 2,735 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 2,183 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 2,166 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 1,851 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 1,851 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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UXC 8J is a 1971 Volvo P1800 in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Volvo P1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 77,263 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 UXC 8J, 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 55 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 UXC 8J?

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What year was UXC 8J registered?

UXC 8J is a 1971 Volvo P1800, first registered on 20 May 1971.

Is UXC 8J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UXC 8J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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