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Volvo 1800s
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics

Average pass rate across all model years (1969-1984), based on 5 DVSA recorded tests.

80%

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1969 Volvo 1800s MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures

66.7% pass rateBased on 3 DVSA tests

Pass Rate by Year

Most Common Failures Across All Years

  1. 1A wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up
  2. 2A wheel bearing with excessive play
  3. 3Service brake efficiency below minimum requirement
  4. 4Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average MOT pass rate for a Volvo 1800s?

The Volvo 1800s has an average 80% MOT pass rate across model years 1969 to 1984, based on DVSA test data.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Volvo 1800s?

The most common MOT failure reasons for the Volvo 1800s across all years are: a wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up, a wheel bearing with excessive play, service brake efficiency below minimum requirement. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.

Which Volvo 1800s year has the best MOT pass rate?

MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Volvo 1800s model years.