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M627 VES

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Purple Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,405 mi
Last recorded132,405 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2010
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM627 VES
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2010 132,405 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 132,405 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 127,166 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 119,200 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 110,421 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 110,331 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 101,050 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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M627 VES is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Purple with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 M627 VES, 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

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What year was M627 VES registered?

M627 VES is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 30 September 1994.

Is M627 VES safe to buy?

The MOT history for M627 VES shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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