1994 Volvo 800 Series 2.4L Petrol · M981 BGO
1994 Volvo 800 Series (2.4L, petrol). First registered 01/11/1994. Recorded mileage 66,518 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO 800 Series
- Year / Origin
- 1994 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/10/2022
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,518 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1994
- Engine
- 2435cc
M981 BGO Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/10/2021
- 66,518 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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M981 BGO Mileage History
- 11/10/202166,518 mi
- 11/10/202166,518 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
M981 BGO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Volvo 800 Series (M981 BGO) between October 2021 and October 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 October 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution. The vehicl
The primary concern is the five-year absence of MOT records. You must establish where the vehicle has been stored and why it has not been tested. Because the 2021 failure noted pitted and scored brake discs—often a sign of a vehicle sitting idle—you should expect that other components, such as tyres and rubber seals, may have perished.
The 2.4L petrol engine will result in higher fuel consumption and road tax costs compared to modern equivalents. While insurance for a classic Volvo is typically manageable, maintenance costs for a 30-year-old vehicle can be volatile due to the potential need for sourcing older parts.
Pay close attention to the braking system; the 2021 MOT failure specifically cited worn, pitted, or scored discs on the nearside and offside front and rear. Inspect the tyres for flat spots or cracking and check the chassis for corrosion, which can occur during long periods of inactivity. A full fluid flush and engine health check are essential given the gap in the MOT history.
This 1994 blue Volvo 800 Series is powered by a 2.4L petrol engine and showed low mileage of 66,518 miles during its last recorded test. However, there is a significant gap in the MOT history from October 2021 to September 2026. The final MOT record indicates that the vehicle suffered from pitting and scoring on all four brake discs.
No aggregate MOT data is available for the Volvo 800 Series to provide a statistical reliability rating.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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