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M536 VJL

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Grey Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,199 mi
Last recorded94,199 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM536 VJL
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 94,199 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 94,991 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 94,991 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 94,991 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 94,991 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 94,991 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 94,991 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 94,991 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 94,991 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 90,147 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 84,916 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 84,913 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 78,261 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 76,242 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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M536 VJL is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Grey with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M536 VJL, 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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How do I check the history of M536 VJL?

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What year was M536 VJL registered?

M536 VJL is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 31 August 1994.

Is M536 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M536 VJL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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