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K40 CFC

1996 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

122,283 mi
Last recorded122,283 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2013
Typical for 1996 Volvo 900 Series132,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK40 CFC
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2013 122,283 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2013 122,283 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 115,833 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 110,170 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 106,330 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 99,852 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

o/s/f brake stiff to trun

Pass 16 Jun 2008 99,852 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

o/s/f brake stiff to trun

Pass 14 Jun 2007 90,927 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 82,271 miles

front flexy brake hoses starting to perish

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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K40 CFC is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 K40 CFC, 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 K40 CFC registered?

K40 CFC is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 14 February 1996.

Is K40 CFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K40 CFC shows 9 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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