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K481 SFJ

1992 Volvo 800 Series

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,098 mi
Last recorded149,098 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2009
Typical for 1992 Volvo 800 Series125,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK481 SFJ
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2009 149,098 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 143,292 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

advise front number plate deteriorating close too limit

advise nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

advise offside rear tyre wearing inner edge and slightly out of shape on tread

Fail 14 Apr 2008 143,292 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

advise front number plate deteriorating close too limit

advise nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

advise offside rear tyre wearing inner edge and slightly out of shape on tread

Pass 12 Apr 2007 133,637 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 133,637 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 123,224 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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K481 SFJ is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 125,810 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 K481 SFJ, 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 34 years old, this Volvo 800 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K481 SFJ registered?

K481 SFJ is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K481 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K481 SFJ shows 6 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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