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A31 SPS

2013 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,437 mi
Last recorded31,437 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo XC9075,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA31 SPS
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 31,437 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 29,731 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 28,078 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 26,795 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 26,141 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 25,586 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 24,672 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 21,061 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 17,524 miles

Front brake discs inner surface corroded

Offside Rear brake disc outer surface corroded

Parking brake efficiency only just met requirements

Fail 21 Nov 2017 17,524 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front brake discs inner surface corroded

Offside Rear brake disc outer surface corroded

Parking brake efficiency only just met requirements

Pass 23 Nov 2016 14,305 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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A31 SPS is a 2013 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 75,332 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A31 SPS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 13 years old, this Volvo XC90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A31 SPS registered?

A31 SPS is a 2013 Volvo XC90, first registered on 29 November 2013.

Is A31 SPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A31 SPS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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