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A5 PLU

1993 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

208,258 mi
Last recorded208,258 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2009
Typical for 1993 Volvo 900 Series142,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 PLU
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2009 208,258 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Slight play propshaft centre bearing

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 206,532 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 203,246 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 200,173 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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A5 PLU is a 1993 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 A5 PLU, 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 A5 PLU registered?

A5 PLU is a 1993 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is A5 PLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 PLU shows 4 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 A5 PLU have outstanding finance?

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