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K543 SDG

1992 Volvo 800 Series

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

51,528 mi
Last recorded51,528 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2010
Typical for 1992 Volvo 800 Series125,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK543 SDG
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Sep 2010 51,528 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Engine missfire and engine warning light on.

Nearside rear tyre starting to crack on the side wall

Top engnie mounting bush broken

Fail 27 Aug 2009 48,443 miles

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

Hand brake near to limit of travel

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear axle bushes starting to crack.

Top engine mounting broken,

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 48,443 miles

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

Hand brake near to limit of travel

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear axle bushes starting to crack.

Top engine mounting broken,

Pass 3 Sep 2008 45,827 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 44,026 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 42,672 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 42,672 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 41,210 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 41,210 miles

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

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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K543 SDG is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 K543 SDG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K543 SDG?

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What year was K543 SDG registered?

K543 SDG is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 17 September 1992.

Is K543 SDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K543 SDG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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