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M34 BLC

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,054 mi
Last recorded101,054 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM34 BLC
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 101,054 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 94,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 89,405 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 88,846 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 88,840 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2014 88,401 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 88,401 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 88,401 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 88,401 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 87,468 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 87,468 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 86,484 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 85,476 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 83,654 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 82,585 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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M34 BLC is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M34 BLC, 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 M34 BLC registered?

M34 BLC is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M34 BLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M34 BLC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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