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L658 WMW

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

256,629 mi
Last recorded256,629 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2011
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL658 WMW
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2011 256,629 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 248,582 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 248,582 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop loose (2.2.D.2c)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Damage to front bumper cover,

Drivers door check strap broken

Emgine lambda warning light on.

Oil leak

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Tailgate catch starting to breck up.

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 234,455 miles

Damage to front bumper

Engine oil leak and under side of car covered in oil.

Near side mirror glass broken.

Near side rear tyre worn near to service.

Tailgate latch starting to break up.

Fail 28 Feb 2006 234,455 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine oil leaks and under side of car covered in oil.

Front bumper damage,

Near side mirror glass broken, †

Near side rear tyre worn near to limit

Tailgate catch starting to break up,

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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L658 WMW is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 L658 WMW, 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 L658 WMW?

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What year was L658 WMW registered?

L658 WMW is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 29 March 1994.

Is L658 WMW safe to buy?

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