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M853 RBH

1994 Volvo 300 Series

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

87,147 mi
Last recorded87,147 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM853 RBH
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2013 87,147 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 87,147 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 87,146 miles

o/s rear tyre slight splitting

Pass 27 Apr 2011 87,146 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 87,145 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 87,145 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 85,029 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 85,029 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 81,991 miles

rear brake calipers semi siezed

rear discs corroding

Pass 4 Jan 2006 77,962 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 77,962 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

front brake discs worn

front brake pads worn low

How Reliable is the Volvo 300 Series?

Based on 60,684 MOT tests across 13,918 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
1,789
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
13,918
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,378
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,789
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,281
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,666
Stop lamp not working 2,346
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M853 RBH is a 1994 Volvo 300 Series in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

The most common reason a Volvo 300 Series fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 5,378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M853 RBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 300 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 32 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M853 RBH registered?

M853 RBH is a 1994 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 3 October 1994.

Is M853 RBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M853 RBH shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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