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M856 UNW

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,830 mi
Last recorded59,830 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2010
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM856 UNW
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2010 59,830 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 55,996 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 55,996 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 52,711 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 47,397 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 47,397 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 43,699 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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M856 UNW is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Blue with a 2,435cc 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 M856 UNW, 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 M856 UNW?

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What year was M856 UNW registered?

M856 UNW is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 21 September 1994.

Is M856 UNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M856 UNW 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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