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M501 MVR

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,964 mi
Last recorded145,964 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM501 MVR
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 145,964 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

exhaust rear bracket corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2014 141,514 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 137,377 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 133,349 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 129,321 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 129,321 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 124,981 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 120,039 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 115,587 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 110,229 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 110,229 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 104,883 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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M501 MVR is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M501 MVR, 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 M501 MVR registered?

M501 MVR is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M501 MVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M501 MVR shows 12 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.

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