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M347 BLF

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

152,454 mi
Last recorded152,454 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2010
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM347 BLF
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2010 152,454 miles

all shock absorbers weak

brake hoses perished

front number plate cracked

front tyres wearing on edges

long travel on handbrake lever

nearside front mud flap loose

offside cv boot perished

plastic sill covers fitted

rear tyres wearing unevenly

slight play in steering rack

slight play rear subframe bushes

slight warp rear discs

suspension bushes perished

suspension components corroded

Fail 27 Jan 2010 152,454 miles

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

all shock absorbers weak

brake hoses perished

front number plate cracked

front tyres wearing on edges

long travel on handbrake lever

nearside front mud flap loose

offside cv boot perished

plastic sill covers fitted

rear tyres wearing unevenly

slight play in steering rack

slight play rear subframe bushes

slight warp rear discs

suspension bushes perished

suspension components corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2009 148,439 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Jan 2009 148,439 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 143,048 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 136,667 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 129,304 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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M347 BLF is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 M347 BLF, 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 M347 BLF registered?

M347 BLF is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 21 December 1994.

Is M347 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M347 BLF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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