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K215 APF

1996 Volvo 900 Series

Grey Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

379,940 mi
Last recorded379,940 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2010
Typical for 1996 Volvo 900 Series132,823 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK215 APF
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2010 379,940 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 379,940 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 369,195 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2007 347,343 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear number plate in poor condition

Fail 12 Nov 2007 347,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 7 Dec 2006 330,696 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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K215 APF is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series in Grey with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K215 APF, 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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What year was K215 APF registered?

K215 APF is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 15 October 1996.

Is K215 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K215 APF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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