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L862 FFX

1999 Volvo 800 Series

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,590 mi
Last recorded66,590 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 1999 Volvo 800 Series94,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL862 FFX
MakeVolvo
Model800 Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 66,590 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 66,590 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 66,590 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 66,523 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 66,126 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from vehicle

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Jul 2016 66,126 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower cover (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower cover (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from vehicle

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 65,878 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 65,878 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 64,919 miles

Exhaust tailpipe deteriorating

Fail 31 Jul 2014 64,919 miles

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

Exhaust tailpipe deteriorating

Pass 26 Jul 2013 64,503 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 63,621 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 61,883 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 61,883 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Both rear tyres outer sidewalls deteriorating

Pass 9 Aug 2010 60,394 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 58,417 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 58,417 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 56,153 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 56,153 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 53,286 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 51,359 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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L862 FFX is a 1999 Volvo 800 Series in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Volvo 800 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 94,116 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 L862 FFX, 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 27 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 L862 FFX registered?

L862 FFX is a 1999 Volvo 800 Series, first registered on 20 August 1999.

Is L862 FFX safe to buy?

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