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K630 RPV

1992 Volvo 800 Series

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

220,901 mi
Last recorded220,901 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 1992 Volvo 800 Series125,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK630 RPV
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 220,901 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2016 220,901 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 220,718 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 220,716 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2014 216,728 miles
Fail 26 May 2014 216,728 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2013 210,907 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 202,867 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 196,210 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 196,128 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Fail 18 May 2011 196,078 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 May 2010 183,459 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Fail 18 May 2010 183,459 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 19 May 2009 175,854 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 175,854 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 174,671 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 174,669 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 163,197 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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K630 RPV is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 K630 RPV, 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 K630 RPV registered?

K630 RPV is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 28 August 1992.

Is K630 RPV safe to buy?

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