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WRB 9F

1968 Volvo 1800 S

White Petrol 1778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

82,221 mi
Last recorded82,221 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 1968 Volvo 1800 S35,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRB 9F
MakeVolvo
Model1800 S
Year1968
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,778cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 82,221 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 81,221 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 80,639 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 80,366 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 80,026 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 79,162 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 78,818 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 78,811 miles

Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has excessive play to idler box arm (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 May 2015 78,014 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 77,447 miles

rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 25 May 2013 76,982 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 76,590 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 76,070 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 75,677 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 75,272 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 75,213 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 May 2008 74,975 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 74,898 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 May 2007 74,373 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 73,972 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 1800 S?

Based on 1,529 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
312
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
Stop lamp not working 38
brake binding 37
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WRB 9F is a 1968 Volvo 1800 S in White with a 1,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1968 Volvo 1800 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 35,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 1800 S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WRB 9F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 1800 S typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 58 years old, this Volvo 1800 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WRB 9F registered?

WRB 9F is a 1968 Volvo 1800 S, first registered on 19 March 1968.

Is WRB 9F safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRB 9F shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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