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A8 SAK

1998 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

190,616 mi
Last recorded190,616 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Volvo 900 Series124,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 SAK
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 190,616 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 189,796 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 188,393 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 187,061 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 185,074 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 183,281 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 181,560 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 176,811 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 176,810 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 172,834 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 169,296 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 31 Oct 2016 169,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Aug 2015 169,183 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 168,585 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 167,562 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 167,514 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 166,637 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2011 165,912 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 164,471 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 162,836 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 160,500 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 160,500 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 149,619 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 149,618 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Jun 2006 135,606 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 135,606 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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A8 SAK is a 1998 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1998 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 124,832 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 A8 SAK, 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 28 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 SAK registered?

A8 SAK is a 1998 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is A8 SAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 SAK shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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