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M797 ECS

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,092 mi
Last recorded167,092 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2010
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM797 ECS
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2010 167,092 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front brake discs worn

Pass 23 Jun 2009 161,755 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front CV boots deterioarting

o/s rear suspension bush slightly deterioarted

rear service brakes 20% imbalanced

rear wiper torn

Pass 23 Jun 2008 156,289 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 150,222 miles

top engine stabalizer mount bush worn

Pass 30 Jun 2006 142,962 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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M797 ECS is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M797 ECS, 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 M797 ECS registered?

M797 ECS is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 14 September 1994.

Is M797 ECS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M797 ECS shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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