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L332 AUS

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

247,864 mi
Last recorded247,864 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL332 AUS
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 247,864 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 247,864 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 247,867 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 247,867 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 247,864 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2021 247,864 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 247,864 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2019 247,864 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 247,864 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat (7.1.2)

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded rear beam axle (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded rear beam axle (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 247,862 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 247,862 miles

Offside Rear Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 247,864 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 247,864 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

both front tyres have outer edge wear

Fail 12 Mar 2015 247,864 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

both front tyres have outer edge wear

Fail 28 Apr 2014 247,884 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 247,884 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 247,864 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pedal anti-slip rubber slightly worn

offside front seatbelt buckle, release button damaged

slight wear/corrosion on rear brake discs

Fail 3 May 2012 247,884 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2012 247,884 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 245,047 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 245,047 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 239,054 miles

front brake pads appear low

Pass 24 Mar 2009 234,524 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 229,370 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 229,370 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 216,742 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 205,035 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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L332 AUS is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 L332 AUS, 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.

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What year was L332 AUS registered?

L332 AUS is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 3 March 1994.

Is L332 AUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L332 AUS shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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