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M698 OJM

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,563 mi
Last recorded139,563 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM698 OJM
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 139,563 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 22 Mar 2016 134,354 miles

Nearside Front head light lens cracked

Offside Front steering arm slight play

fuel filler neck slightly corroded

oil leak

Fail 22 Mar 2016 134,354 miles

Nearside Front head light lens cracked

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

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

Offside Front steering arm slight play

fuel filler neck slightly corroded

oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2015 127,550 miles

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

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

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

some damage to nearside headlight lens

Fail 20 Mar 2015 127,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

some damage to nearside headlight lens

Fail 20 Mar 2014 120,979 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

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

damage to nearside headlight outer lens

fuel tank inlet pipe clamp heavily corroded

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a throrough examination

Pass 20 Mar 2014 120,979 miles

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

damage to nearside headlight outer lens

fuel tank inlet pipe clamp heavily corroded

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a throrough examination

Fail 18 Mar 2013 113,894 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

nearside headlight outer lens cracked

Pass 18 Mar 2013 113,894 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

nearside headlight outer lens cracked

Pass 23 Mar 2012 107,664 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside headlight lens cracked

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 22 Mar 2011 102,456 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 102,448 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 97,743 miles

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

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

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

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

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

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 24 Mar 2009 92,179 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2009 92,179 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 85,894 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 80,466 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 75,570 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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M698 OJM is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 M698 OJM, 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 M698 OJM registered?

M698 OJM is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 5 October 1994.

Is M698 OJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M698 OJM shows 18 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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