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L250 LFC

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Silver Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,039 mi
Last recorded114,039 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL250 LFC
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 114,039 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 113,938 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 113,514 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 113,096 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 112,391 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 111,878 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 111,011 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 110,167 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 109,941 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 108,661 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 107,608 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 106,114 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 106,114 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 103,348 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 97,404 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 97,404 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

rear axle bushes starting to sepereate, n/s/f lower arm bushes starting to seperate, both rear tyres out of shape and n/s worn on outter wall

slight play in steering rack, oil leak on engine, outer sills not checked due to trims, slight leak on n/s steering rack boot, corrosion on n/s/r chassis rail,

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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L250 LFC is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Silver with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L250 LFC, 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

How do I check the history of L250 LFC?

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What year was L250 LFC registered?

L250 LFC is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L250 LFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L250 LFC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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