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J937 TPB

1992 Volvo 800 Series

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,679 mi
Last recorded99,679 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 1992 Volvo 800 Series125,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ937 TPB
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2013 99,679 miles

Coolant leak

o/s and n/s front door check strap started to brake from a piller

Pass 6 Mar 2012 98,250 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 96,155 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r tyre badly cracking on edge of thread and side wall

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2010 93,317 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 93,314 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear mudflap loose

Pass 3 Apr 2009 89,398 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 89,398 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 85,336 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

damage to offside front wing

Pass 21 May 2007 82,396 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 72,217 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight movement in nearside steering track rod

Fail 16 Jan 2006 72,217 miles

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight movement in nearside steering track rod

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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J937 TPB is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 J937 TPB, 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

How do I check the history of J937 TPB?

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What year was J937 TPB registered?

J937 TPB is a 1992 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 2 July 1992.

Is J937 TPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J937 TPB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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