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M230 TMJ

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,148 mi
Last recorded154,148 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2012
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM230 TMJ
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2012 154,148 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 153,872 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 153,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear registration plate slightly de-laminating

Pass 22 Nov 2010 153,291 miles

rear registration plate slightly de-laminating

Pass 11 Aug 2009 151,628 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 151,628 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 149,675 miles
Pass 7 May 2007 149,311 miles

advise near side rear tyre surface cracks in tread owing too standing long time. †both front flexy brake hoses small cracks in rubber parts. †near side front wiper blade end split.

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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M230 TMJ is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M230 TMJ, 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 M230 TMJ registered?

M230 TMJ is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 19 December 1994.

Is M230 TMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M230 TMJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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