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M103 VVW

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

209,062 mi
Last recorded209,062 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM103 VVW
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 209,062 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 209,062 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 209,062 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 209,062 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 209,062 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 208,976 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge...n/s/r tyre cracks in tread and wall

Fail 25 Nov 2011 208,976 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge...n/s/r tyre cracks in tread and wall

Pass 22 Nov 2010 207,506 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 205,352 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 205,352 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 203,541 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 203,541 miles

Nearside Front Steering lock stop damaged (2.2.D.2c)

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 201,248 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 198,583 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 198,583 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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M103 VVW is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red 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 M103 VVW, 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.

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What year was M103 VVW registered?

M103 VVW is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 30 November 1994.

Is M103 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M103 VVW 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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