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L853 END

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

137,433 mi
Last recorded137,433 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL853 END
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 137,433 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 137,433 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 137,085 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 136,433 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 135,595 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 135,009 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 127,621 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 133,515 miles

both front tyres worn on outside edges

Pass 7 Mar 2016 132,506 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 130,815 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 129,487 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 129,487 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 127,490 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 127,490 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 125,275 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 125,275 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 123,291 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 123,291 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 121,566 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 119,238 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 118,314 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 114,618 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 112,536 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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L853 END is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 L853 END, 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 L853 END registered?

L853 END is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 30 January 1994.

Is L853 END safe to buy?

The MOT history for L853 END shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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