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IUI 7171

1996 Volvo 900 Series

Maroon Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

197,146 mi
Last recorded197,146 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1996 Volvo 900 Series132,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIUI 7171
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 197,146 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 193,856 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust front pipe & cat flanges corroded

Fail 17 Mar 2020 193,856 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust front pipe & cat flanges corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2019 187,757 miles

Both front brake discs corroding on inner surface

Both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 187,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Both front brake discs corroding on inner surface

Both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 183,811 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)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

all 4 brake discs corroding

Fail 28 Mar 2018 183,811 miles

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

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

all 4 brake discs corroding

Pass 17 Mar 2017 179,033 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre slightly perished

Offside Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 10 Mar 2016 173,471 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 167,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 167,939 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 165,083 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 155,254 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)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 146,938 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 137,976 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 137,976 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 128,563 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 117,338 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 100,286 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 100,286 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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)

Pass 15 May 2007 88,654 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 May 2007 88,654 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 78,451 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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IUI 7171 is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series in Maroon with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 IUI 7171, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was IUI 7171 registered?

IUI 7171 is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is IUI 7171 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IUI 7171 shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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