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L13 PJB

1994 Volvo 800 Series

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,010 mi
Last recorded65,010 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL13 PJB
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 65,010 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 64,758 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 63,987 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 61,831 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 59,819 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 57,508 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 56,383 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 54,085 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

very slight binding o/s rear brake

Pass 8 Feb 2012 51,281 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 47,162 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 45,135 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 42,639 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 42,639 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 40,429 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 40,429 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 38,105 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 38,105 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 35,609 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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L13 PJB is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 136,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L13 PJB, 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 32 years old, this Volvo 800 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L13 PJB registered?

L13 PJB is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 25 January 1994.

Is L13 PJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L13 PJB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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