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M991 UWY

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Gold Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

151,045 mi
Last recorded151,045 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM991 UWY
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 151,045 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 151,038 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 151,030 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 150,966 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 150,836 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 150,384 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 150,015 miles

exhaust corroded,not blowing.

front brake flexible hoses have surface cracks.

Pass 17 Aug 2015 149,404 miles

parking brake only 16%

Pass 21 Aug 2014 148,498 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 147,260 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 145,952 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2012 145,952 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 144,878 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 142,624 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

nearside rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 21 Aug 2009 141,208 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/r tyre cracking

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 12 Aug 2008 138,697 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 137,229 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 135,209 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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M991 UWY is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Gold with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 M991 UWY, 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 M991 UWY?

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What year was M991 UWY registered?

M991 UWY is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 24 February 1995.

Is M991 UWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M991 UWY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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