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M277 OSA

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Silver Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

117,941 mi
Last recorded117,941 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM277 OSA
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 117,941 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 114,578 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 9 Aug 2014 114,578 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 111,181 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 109,888 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 107,536 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 107 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

front and rear discs corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2010 106,753 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 105,863 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 104,195 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 101,867 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 97,333 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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M277 OSA is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Silver with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M277 OSA, 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 M277 OSA registered?

M277 OSA is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M277 OSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M277 OSA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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