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A15 CAV

1990 Volvo 900 Series

Grey Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,798 mi
Last recorded157,798 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Volvo 900 Series148,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 CAV
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 157,798 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 157,760 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 157,743 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 157,743 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 157,743 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 157,749 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 157,744 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement RUBBERS PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement RUBBERS PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 157,743 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 157,743 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 157,743 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 157,743 miles

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT FLEXI BRAKE PIPES DETERIATION

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 May 2015 157,743 miles

near side front tyre wear

Pass 23 May 2014 157,743 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2013 157,743 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 157,743 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 157,743 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 157,743 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 157,743 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 157,743 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 157,743 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 157,743 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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A15 CAV is a 1990 Volvo 900 Series in Grey with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 148,132 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 A15 CAV, 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 36 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 A15 CAV registered?

A15 CAV is a 1990 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 22 November 1990.

Is A15 CAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 CAV shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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