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M397 BLP

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Grey Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

194,299 mi
Last recorded194,299 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2007
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM397 BLP
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2007 194,299 miles

electric windows do not work.

slight exhaust leak from down pipe area

Fail 18 Jul 2007 194,280 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

ignition switch is faulty and should be replaced as soon as possible...

Pass 3 Jul 2006 184,755 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front brake flexi hoses cracked

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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M397 BLP is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Grey with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M397 BLP, 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 M397 BLP registered?

M397 BLP is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 29 September 1994.

Is M397 BLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M397 BLP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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