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M989 BGO

1994 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,540 mi
Last recorded150,540 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2012
Typical for 1994 Volvo 800 Series136,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM989 BGO
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2012 150,540 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 144,359 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 138,042 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 129,682 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2008 120,196 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 120,196 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 112,735 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 106,195 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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M989 BGO is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M989 BGO, 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 M989 BGO registered?

M989 BGO is a 1994 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 7 December 1994.

Is M989 BGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M989 BGO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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