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M3 HEK

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Maroon Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,768 mi
Last recorded95,768 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 HEK
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 95,768 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 93,213 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 91,607 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 91,607 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 89,300 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 86,645 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 85,203 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 83,961 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 83,961 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 82,967 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 81,558 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 79,125 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 79,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 77,237 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 74,945 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 73,452 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 71,125 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 71,124 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 68,129 miles

travel on hand brake lever

Fail 15 Dec 2011 68,129 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

travel on hand brake lever

Pass 30 Dec 2010 63,456 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 58,160 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 58,160 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 52,547 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 46,192 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 39,591 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 34,439 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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M3 HEK is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Maroon with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 139,886 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 M3 HEK, 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 31 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 M3 HEK registered?

M3 HEK is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 13 January 1995.

Is M3 HEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 HEK shows 27 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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