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N281 GFC

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Blue Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

74,708 mi
Last recorded74,708 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN281 GFC
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 74,708 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 74,666 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 74,601 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 74,601 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 74,534 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush deteriorated by oil (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 74,527 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush deteriorated by oil (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 74,462 miles

Offside Front Lower slight corrosion to battery tray

Pass 24 Nov 2018 73,910 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 73,377 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 72,467 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2016 71,351 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 70,099 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 68,891 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 68,253 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 64,260 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 64,260 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 24 Jan 2011 60,410 miles

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

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

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

Slight missfire on idle,manifold gasket?

Pass 24 Jan 2011 60,410 miles

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

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

Slight missfire on idle,manifold gasket?

Pass 27 Jan 2010 56,615 miles

Hand brake travel is slightly long

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

Fail 27 Jan 2010 56,615 miles

Hand brake travel is slightly long

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 51,295 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 48,718 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 45,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 45,446 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 40,090 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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N281 GFC is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Blue with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 N281 GFC, 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

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What year was N281 GFC registered?

N281 GFC is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 1 November 1995.

Is N281 GFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N281 GFC shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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