MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
166,017 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak
offside front tyre wearing low on outer edge
fluid leak from clutch slave cylinder
front+rear number plates starting to discolour
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
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)
Nearside Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
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)
How Reliable is the Volvo 900 Series?
Based on 412,062 MOT tests across 46,694 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L197 CTA is a 1994 Volvo 900 Series in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1994 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 144,124 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 L197 CTA, 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 32 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of L197 CTA?
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What year was L197 CTA registered?
L197 CTA is a 1994 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 17 January 1994.
Is L197 CTA safe to buy?
The MOT history for L197 CTA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does L197 CTA have outstanding finance?
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