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J655 SNC

1992 Volvo 800 Series

Maroon Lpg 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

236,540 mi
Last recorded236,540 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2009
Typical for 1992 Volvo 800 Series125,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ655 SNC
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2009 236,540 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

not very much reserve travel on park brak lever

Pass 15 Jul 2008 229,447 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 229,447 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 212,754 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 196,767 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 196,767 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Fail 24 Jun 2006 196,038 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s rear panel damaged

Pass 25 Jun 2005 172,494 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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J655 SNC is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series in Maroon with a 1,984cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J655 SNC, 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.

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What year was J655 SNC registered?

J655 SNC is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 21 May 1992.

Is J655 SNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J655 SNC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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