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M454 SFC

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Grey Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

127,167 mi
Last recorded127,167 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM454 SFC
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 127,167 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 126,961 miles

slight body corrosion

Pass 13 Jun 2014 126,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 126,527 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 126,316 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 126,316 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

advise corrosionf ront and rear brakes

advise headlamp patterns poor

advise n/s/f anti rollbar link gator poor

advise rear beam axle mount bushes perished

advise sills covered

advise wipers smeary

strong advise corrosion o/s/f floor around a drainage hole

strong advise corrosion on underfloors sills wheel arches suspension and brake components

strong advise heavy corrosion rear chassis rails

strong advise top engine mount bush afloat

Pass 18 Jun 2012 125,785 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 125,783 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2011 125,482 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 125,482 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 123,848 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 123,354 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 123,354 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

doorsills covered with sill kit

Pass 20 May 2008 122,292 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 120,642 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 120,642 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 118,138 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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M454 SFC is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Grey with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M454 SFC, 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 M454 SFC registered?

M454 SFC is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 24 August 1994.

Is M454 SFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M454 SFC shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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