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C3 APW

1998 Volvo 900 Series

Black Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

109,930 mi
Last recorded109,930 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Volvo 900 Series124,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 APW
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 109,930 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 109,342 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 109,171 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 109,159 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 108,985 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 108,860 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 107,586 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 106,475 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 105,529 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 104,603 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 103,266 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 101,742 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 99,545 miles

All tyres worn on edges

Pass 16 Oct 2012 96,990 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 93,838 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 91,116 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 87,903 miles

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 12 Nov 2009 87,903 miles

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

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

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

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Oct 2008 79,388 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 70,768 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 70,768 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 63,105 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 63,105 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 56,415 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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C3 APW is a 1998 Volvo 900 Series in Black with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 C3 APW, 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 C3 APW registered?

C3 APW is a 1998 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is C3 APW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 APW shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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