CarVerify

Free Car Check

B23 OKH

1997 Volvo 900 Series

Blue Petrol 2316cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,603 mi
Last recorded96,603 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Volvo 900 Series129,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 OKH
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 96,603 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 89,646 miles

Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

both steering gaiters loose steering vibration

noise from, osr wheel area

Pass 17 Nov 2023 86,030 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 86,029 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 81,216 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 81,154 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 78,415 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 78,411 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 75,018 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 72,003 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 64,400 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 61,317 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 60,995 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases link pipe to back box (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 60,476 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 59,295 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 58,346 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 57,265 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 57,265 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 56,249 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 54,922 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 54,922 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 53,678 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 53,678 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 51,936 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 50,519 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 48,813 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 47,210 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
Full Volvo 900 Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

B23 OKH is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B23 OKH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B23 OKH?

You can check the full history of B23 OKH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was B23 OKH registered?

B23 OKH is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is B23 OKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B23 OKH shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B23 OKH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on B23 OKH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.