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M232 YBP

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,733 mi
Last recorded91,733 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM232 YBP
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 91,733 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 91,733 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 91,733 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 91,733 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 91,733 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 91,733 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear axle bracket corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2016 91,733 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 90,107 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 87,929 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 87,929 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 85,234 miles

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

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 82,960 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 80,324 miles

n/s/r chassis slight surface corrosion

Pass 22 Sep 2010 77,650 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 73,496 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 68,780 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 64,046 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 59,475 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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M232 YBP is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M232 YBP, 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 M232 YBP registered?

M232 YBP is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 21 September 1994.

Is M232 YBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M232 YBP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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