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L530 YDX

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,376 mi
Last recorded125,376 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL530 YDX
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 125,376 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 125,378 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 125,378 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 125,378 miles

Central Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 125,378 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 125,378 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 125,378 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 125,378 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 124,938 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 122,804 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 122,786 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 121,048 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 120,375 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 118,391 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 112,595 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 11,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 11,995 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 109,375 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 104,806 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 100,529 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 96,343 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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L530 YDX is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 L530 YDX, 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 L530 YDX?

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What year was L530 YDX registered?

L530 YDX is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 27 January 1994.

Is L530 YDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L530 YDX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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