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L923 UKD

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,100 mi
Last recorded16,100 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL923 UKD
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 16,100 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2015 156,769 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 56,768 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 151,235 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 151,233 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 144,469 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Mar 2013 144,466 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 138,348 miles

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2011 131,525 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 131,494 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 124,552 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 119,325 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 119,325 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 112,251 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 105,955 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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L923 UKD is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L923 UKD, 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 L923 UKD registered?

L923 UKD is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 3 May 1994.

Is L923 UKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L923 UKD shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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