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M511 VOO

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Silver Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

281,040 mi
Last recorded281,040 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2011
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM511 VOO
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2011 281,040 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 277,442 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 277,357 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

offside rear tyre starting to wear irregular

Pass 26 Jun 2008 236,067 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 263,096 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2007 250,979 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 250,973 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

both front anti roll bar link bushes split

both front c.v boot perishing

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

fuel pipes slightly insecure

oil leack

rear exhaust pipes been welded

Pass 1 Aug 2006 246,328 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 238,718 miles

both front brake hoses perishing

front discs lipped

oil leak

rear discs rusty

rear tail pipe rusty

steering rack cover in oil

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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M511 VOO is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Silver with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 M511 VOO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M511 VOO?

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What year was M511 VOO registered?

M511 VOO is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 11 October 1994.

Is M511 VOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M511 VOO shows 9 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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