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BSS 136M

1992 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,868 mi
Last recorded151,868 miles
Recorded on17 May 2010
Typical for 1992 Volvo 800 Series125,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSS 136M
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2010 151,868 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2010 151,805 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 140,516 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 133,494 miles
Pass 28 May 2007 126,472 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 126,232 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 115,957 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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BSS 136M is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 125,810 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 BSS 136M, 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 34 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 BSS 136M registered?

BSS 136M is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 2 October 1992.

Is BSS 136M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSS 136M 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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