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L505 SVF

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,561 mi
Last recorded101,561 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2011
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL505 SVF
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2011 101,561 miles

FRONT BRAKE FLEXI HOSES DETERIORATED/CRACKED.

FUEL FILTER AND FUEL TANK STRAPS CORRODED.

O/S FRONT VERTICAL ROD LOWER BALLJOINT SLIGHT M/MENT.

Fail 14 Nov 2011 101,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON.

EXHAUST DETERIORATED.

FRONT BRAKE FLEXI HOSES DETERIORATED/CRACKED.

FUEL FILTER AND FUEL TANK STRAPS CORRODED.

O/S FRONT VERTICAL ROD LOWER BALLJOINT SLIGHT M/MENT.

SILLS COVERED.

Pass 29 Oct 2010 99,522 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED FUEL TANK STRAPS CORRODED.

N/S TYRES SIDEWALLS SCUFFED/DETERIORATED. OUTER SILLS COVERED UNABLE TO FULLY ASSESS.

Pass 9 Nov 2009 95,754 miles

SIGNS OF DAMPNESS AT FRONT DAMPERS.

Fail 4 Nov 2009 95,717 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

SIGNS OF DAMPNESS AT FRONT DAMPERS.

Pass 27 Oct 2008 90,687 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 87,084 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight oil leak from the sump plug.

the top engine bush is split.

Pass 19 Oct 2006 82,678 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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L505 SVF is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L505 SVF, 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 L505 SVF registered?

L505 SVF is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 4 February 1994.

Is L505 SVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L505 SVF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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