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GVR 177D

1996 Volvo 900 Series

Silver Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,671 mi
Last recorded101,671 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1996 Volvo 900 Series132,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVR 177D
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 101,671 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing splash guard (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 96,614 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 95,521 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 95,521 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 93,986 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 91,375 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 88,442 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 86,307 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 84,540 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 80,517 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 80,496 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 75,536 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2011 70,591 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 70,591 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 66,289 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 62,433 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 62,433 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 58,251 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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GVR 177D is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series in Silver with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 132,823 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 GVR 177D, 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 30 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of GVR 177D?

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What year was GVR 177D registered?

GVR 177D is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 1 December 1996.

Is GVR 177D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVR 177D shows 18 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.

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