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MBB 221X

1997 Volvo 900 Series

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,544 mi
Last recorded62,544 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2005
Typical for 1997 Volvo 900 Series129,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBB 221X
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2005 62,544 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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MBB 221X is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 129,366 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 MBB 221X, 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 29 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MBB 221X registered?

MBB 221X is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is MBB 221X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBB 221X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MBB 221X have outstanding finance?

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