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MRD 42

1997 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

241,844 mi
Last recorded241,844 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Volvo 900 Series129,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 42
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 241,844 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 241,062 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 239,861 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 23,826 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 237,716 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 236,758 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 234,342 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 229,597 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 222,790 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 213,122 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 202,837 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 192,881 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 186,495 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 178,528 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 178,444 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 170,602 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 160,779 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 151,922 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 141,772 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2008 141,772 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 117,139 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 117,139 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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MRD 42 is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MRD 42, 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 MRD 42 registered?

MRD 42 is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 22 November 1997.

Is MRD 42 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRD 42 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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