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A12 VPC

1993 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,554 mi
Last recorded117,554 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2011
Typical for 1993 Volvo 900 Series142,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 VPC
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2011 117,554 miles

parking brake nearing end of travel

Pass 4 Jan 2011 116,361 miles

rear brakes binding

slight run out rear brakes

Pass 12 Jan 2010 116,136 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 115,789 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 112,998 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 108,493 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 900 Series?

Based on 412,062 MOT tests across 46,694 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
4,489
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
46,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 19,439
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,365
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 13,124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,280
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A12 VPC is a 1993 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 142,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 900 Series fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 19,439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 VPC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 900 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 VPC registered?

A12 VPC is a 1993 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 18 November 1993.

Is A12 VPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 VPC shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A12 VPC have outstanding finance?

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