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L268 WLU

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

122,436 mi
Last recorded122,436 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2014
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL268 WLU
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2014 122,436 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 122,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 120,426 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 120,426 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 116,900 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 116,896 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 112,998 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 106,832 miles

front & rear numbers plates poor condition, n/s number plate lamp dim

Fail 9 Apr 2010 106,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front & rear numbers plates poor condition, n/s number plate lamp dim

Pass 9 Apr 2009 102,692 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 96,518 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 96,496 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 91,005 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 90,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 82,209 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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L268 WLU is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 L268 WLU, 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 L268 WLU?

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What year was L268 WLU registered?

L268 WLU is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 27 April 1994.

Is L268 WLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L268 WLU shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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