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M562 RGS

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

187,012 mi
Last recorded187,012 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM562 RGS
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 187,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 182,729 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 180,725 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 179,017 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 176,374 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 173,010 miles

offside front outer cvgaitor weeping slightly, nearside steering rack gaitor weeping slightly

Pass 10 Sep 2014 167,781 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 162,124 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 156,619 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 149,652 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 141,870 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 133,579 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 123,811 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 112,778 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 102,504 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 102,504 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 95,026 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 94,881 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.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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M562 RGS is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M562 RGS, 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 M562 RGS registered?

M562 RGS is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 8 September 1994.

Is M562 RGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M562 RGS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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