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M420 KPR

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

102,378 mi
Last recorded102,378 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM420 KPR
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 102,378 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Feb 2017 102,378 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jan 2016 101,928 miles

back box exhaust bracket deteriorated but still supporting box

slight play in inner steering rack joints

Fail 27 Jan 2016 101,928 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed boot lid (6.2.B.1a)

back box exhaust bracket deteriorated but still supporting box

slight play in inner steering rack joints

Pass 9 Jan 2015 101,902 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Jan 2015 101,902 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Jan 2014 101,839 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight play in nearside front inner rack end

Pass 16 Jan 2013 101,729 miles

exhaust front pipe and catalyst joining flange becoming corroded and blowing slightly

slight damage to offside front side lamp lens not considered excessive or dangerous

Pass 1 Feb 2012 100,465 miles

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)

both front tyres worn on edges

centre rear seat belt buckle slightly deteriorated

hazard switch slightly deteriorated

slight play in inner steering rack joints

Fail 1 Feb 2012 100,465 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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)

both front tyres worn on edges

centre rear seat belt buckle slightly deteriorated

hazard switch slightly deteriorated

slight play in inner steering rack joints

Pass 3 Feb 2011 98,908 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 98,906 miles

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

front tyres worn on edges

slight play in steering uj

Pass 1 Feb 2010 97,499 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 96,160 miles

Battery insecure

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

exaust poor con

Fail 30 Jan 2009 96,097 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Battery insecure

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

exaust poor con

Pass 20 Nov 2007 94,954 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 94,954 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 92,920 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 91,845 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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M420 KPR is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 M420 KPR, 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.

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M420 KPR is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 5 January 1995.

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