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M691 SRJ

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

203,764 mi
Last recorded203,764 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM691 SRJ
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2016 203,764 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint marked (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded around battery tray (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outersill (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both sides chassis rail outriggers (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 187,157 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 171,862 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 22 Aug 2014 171,365 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 159,298 miles

see advise sheet number 899992743286

Fail 30 Aug 2013 159,281 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

front disc covers corrodeing

disc's rusty

exhaust loose on joints

Pass 23 Apr 2009 154,931 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 145,555 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 145,555 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

bushes deteriorating on front anti roll bar links

n/s front tyre worn on edges and close to legal limit

o/s front tyre wearing onouter edge

o/s rear shockabsorber weak

rear exhaust clamp in poor condition and slightly leaking

Pass 10 Apr 2007 135,188 miles

both sides front antiroll bar bushes showing signs of wear

exhaust cat rattling

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

oil leak o/s/ of engine

power steering belt cracking slightly

Pass 3 Apr 2006 125,282 miles

both sides track control arm outer bushes perished.

rattle in cat.

slight cracks in both front flexi brake hoses.

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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M691 SRJ is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 M691 SRJ, 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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M691 SRJ is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 30 June 1995.

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