1995 · 29 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1995 Volvo 800 Series MOT pass rate and common faults

534 MOT tests in 2024. 64.0% passed first time, compared with 66.8% for all cars the same age.

96Below average
Passed first time64.0%
Failed or needed repairs36.0%
Typical mileage at test138,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 534 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.3%
  2. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault4.1%
  3. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn3.7%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.6%
  5. Service brake performance: excessively binding2.8%
  6. Position lamp: not working2.4%
  7. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases2.1%
  8. Stop lamp: all not working1.9%
    20 marked dangerous
  9. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements1.9%
  10. Emissions not tested: unable to be completed1.7%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics22.1%
  2. Brakes18.7%
  3. Suspension18.4%
  4. Body & chassis9.2%
  5. Emissions & leaks8.4%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)7.7%
  7. Tyres5.4%
  8. Steering2.8%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine16.5%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm10.9%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.3%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened8.4%
  5. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases7.7%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1995 Volvo 800 Series?

In 2024, 64.0% of 1995 Volvo 800 Series cars passed their MOT first time, across 534 tests. The average for all 29-year-old cars was 66.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1995 Volvo 800 Series?

The most common failure reasons were joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault; suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1995 Volvo 800 Series reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 96, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).