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M863 GGG

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Black Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,259 mi
Last recorded75,259 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM863 GGG
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2026 75,259 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 74,907 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 74,697 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 74,520 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 74,717 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 73,771 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 73,383 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 68,729 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 61,892 miles

both front wearing on inner edges

Pass 20 Jan 2007 55,774 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 20 Jan 2007 55,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 52,988 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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M863 GGG is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Black with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M863 GGG, 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

How do I check the history of M863 GGG?

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What year was M863 GGG registered?

M863 GGG is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 24 March 1995.

Is M863 GGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M863 GGG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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