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M482 UMO

1997 Volvo 800 Series

Black Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,496 mi
Last recorded73,496 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Volvo 800 Series134,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM482 UMO
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2009 73,496 miles

nearside rear tyre perishing.

rear number plate slightly deterioated .

Pass 19 Nov 2008 73,496 miles

Oil leak

rear no.plate damaged.

Pass 28 Nov 2007 73,498 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 71,890 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 71,890 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 69,653 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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M482 UMO is a 1997 Volvo 800 Series in Black with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 134,378 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 M482 UMO, 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 29 years old, this Volvo 800 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of M482 UMO?

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What year was M482 UMO registered?

M482 UMO is a 1997 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is M482 UMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M482 UMO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M482 UMO have outstanding finance?

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