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M881 PVR

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Silver Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

141,812 mi
Last recorded141,812 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM881 PVR
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 141,812 miles

Body has slight corrosion around both rear jacking points (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded flexi pipe to metal pipe joining ferrule (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component slight mist from both rack gaiters (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear box hanger corroded

Fail 7 Apr 2016 141,810 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Body has slight corrosion around both rear jacking points (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded flexi pipe to metal pipe joining ferrule (3.6.B.2c)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component slight mist from both rack gaiters (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear box hanger corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2015 138,659 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 135,811 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Aug 2012 133,427 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 130,325 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 5 Aug 2011 130,325 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 128,254 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

brake compensating valve showing evidence of dampness

Pass 5 Aug 2009 124,318 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 119,224 miles

unable to inspect front and rear pads due to wheel design

Pass 4 Sep 2007 113,879 miles

unable to inspect brakes due to wheel design

Fail 3 Sep 2007 113,879 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

unable to inspect brake pads due to wheel design

Pass 4 Aug 2006 106,829 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 99,080 miles

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

Nearside Front 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.

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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M881 PVR is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Silver with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 M881 PVR, 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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What year was M881 PVR registered?

M881 PVR is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 21 February 1995.

Is M881 PVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M881 PVR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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