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A16 JGG

1997 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,127 mi
Last recorded53,127 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Volvo 900 Series129,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 JGG
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 53,127 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both, inner facing surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 51,533 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both, inner facing surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 49,966 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 47,390 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 46,828 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 46,757 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 46,746 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 46,369 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 46,104 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 46,005 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 45,479 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 44,912 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 44,660 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 44,299 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 43,246 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 41,845 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 40,776 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 40,132 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 39,697 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 39,400 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 37,384 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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A16 JGG is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 129,366 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 A16 JGG, 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 29 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A16 JGG registered?

A16 JGG is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is A16 JGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 JGG 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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