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L727 OEC

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,085 mi
Last recorded98,085 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2012
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL727 OEC
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2012 98,085 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 89,849 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 89,840 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 88,316 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 86,300 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 86,300 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 84,139 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 80,623 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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L727 OEC is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L727 OEC, 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 L727 OEC?

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What year was L727 OEC registered?

L727 OEC is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 17 March 1994.

Is L727 OEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L727 OEC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L727 OEC have outstanding finance?

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