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G171 FEV

1990 Volvo 400 Series

Black Petrol 1721cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,009 mi
Last recorded50,009 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Volvo 400 Series88,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG171 FEV
MakeVolvo
Model400 Series
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,721cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 50,009 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 49,429 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 46,726 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 44,494 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 41,778 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 39,471 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 34,936 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Volvo 400 Series?

Based on 322,363 MOT tests across 64,471 vehicles.

63.6%
Pass Rate
4,034
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
64,471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,153
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24,058
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,487
position lamp(s) not working 14,771
parking brake recording little or no effort 14,617
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G171 FEV is a 1990 Volvo 400 Series in Black with a 1,721cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Volvo 400 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 88,861 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 400 Series fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 24,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G171 FEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 400 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Volvo 400 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G171 FEV?

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What year was G171 FEV registered?

G171 FEV is a 1990 Volvo 400 Series, first registered on 23 June 1990.

Is G171 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G171 FEV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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