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L898 PEV

1994 Volvo 800 Series

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

105,103 mi
Last recorded105,103 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL898 PEV
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2024 105,103 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 102,898 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 23 Feb 2023 102,896 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 3 Mar 2022 100,866 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 98,326 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 96,555 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 4 Mar 2020 96,548 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Mar 2019 94,939 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 90,789 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perishing in tread

Pass 7 Mar 2017 84,697 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 82,633 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 78,572 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 75,219 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 72,786 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 72,784 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 68,571 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 65,010 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 62,517 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 60,219 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 58,143 miles

front tyres wearing in places

Pass 1 Mar 2007 55,145 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 52,176 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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L898 PEV is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 L898 PEV, 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 L898 PEV registered?

L898 PEV is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 29 March 1994.

Is L898 PEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L898 PEV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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