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GWS 9X

1993 Volvo 800 Series

Turquoise Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

197,356 mi
Last recorded197,356 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2008
Typical for 1993 Volvo 800 Series134,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWS 9X
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1993
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2008 197,356 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

NSF side light / indicator lense missing

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

OSR tyre out uf shape

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 188,582 miles

"flats" wearing on rear tyres

drive-shaft c v boots starting to perish

front brake pads thin

n/s wiper blade starting to tear

o/s front lamp lens missing

Pass 4 Jan 2006 172,221 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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GWS 9X is a 1993 Volvo 800 Series in Turquoise with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 134,982 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GWS 9X, 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 33 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 GWS 9X?

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What year was GWS 9X registered?

GWS 9X is a 1993 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is GWS 9X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWS 9X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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