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K853 DDC

1992 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

209,301 mi
Last recorded209,301 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2006
Typical for 1992 Volvo 800 Series125,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK853 DDC
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2006 209,301 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 209,301 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2005 198,470 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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K853 DDC is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 K853 DDC, 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 K853 DDC registered?

K853 DDC is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 21 December 1992.

Is K853 DDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K853 DDC 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.

Does K853 DDC have outstanding finance?

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