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L203 LFC

1994 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

147,514 mi
Last recorded147,514 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 1994 Volvo 900 Series144,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL203 LFC
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2022 147,514 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning Juddering very badly when operated. (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Dec 2020 145,622 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 143,498 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 Jan 2020 143,498 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Dec 2018 140,077 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 140,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 137,139 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 137,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 132,749 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 129,976 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 127,292 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 124,805 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 122,416 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2012 122,416 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 121,691 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 119,803 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 116,955 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 113,432 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 113,420 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 109,442 miles

Centre exhaust braket broken.

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

N/S bonnet latch inop but o/s holds bonnet in shut position.

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2007 109,406 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

centre box exhaust braket broken.

n/s bonnet latch inoperational but o/s holds bonnet in shut position.

Pass 30 Jan 2006 106,387 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 900 Series?

Based on 412,062 MOT tests across 46,694 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
4,489
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
46,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 19,439
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,365
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 13,124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,280
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L203 LFC is a 1994 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1994 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 144,124 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 900 Series fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 19,439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L203 LFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 900 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 32 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L203 LFC registered?

L203 LFC is a 1994 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 28 June 1994.

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