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N294 CAJ

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Maroon Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

198,781 mi
Last recorded198,781 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2012
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN294 CAJ
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2012 198,781 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

front and rear tyres different sizes

Fail 1 Oct 2012 198,645 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

front and rear tyres different sizes

Pass 18 Oct 2011 193,950 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

engine oil leak at front dripping onto steering components

exhaust system non genuine and poorly fitted but gas tight

very slight play nearside rear wheel bearing

Fail 18 Oct 2011 193,950 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

engine oil leak at front dripping onto steering components

exhaust system non genuine and poorly fitted but gas tight

very slight play nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 25 Oct 2010 182,944 miles

evidence of fluid leak at front of engine running down to lower parts

offside front indicator repaired not showing white light to front

suspension rubbers showing age beginning to crack and perish

Pass 20 Oct 2009 165,039 miles

front reg plate cracked still legible 20 metres

offside front indicator cluster cracked ok on test

oil leak lower offside of engine onto pas rack

Fail 20 Oct 2009 165,039 miles

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

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front reg plate cracked still legible 20 metres

offside front indicator cluster cracked ok on test

oil leak lower offside of engine onto pas rack

Pass 16 Oct 2008 148,986 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

front plate damaged still legible 20 metres

hand brake nearing top of travel

slight play in steering drop arm uj

torque rod cones showing age both sides no excess movement

Fail 16 Oct 2008 148,986 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

front plate damaged still legible 20 metres

hand brake nearing top of travel

slight play in steering drop arm uj

torque rod cones showing age both sides no excess movement

Pass 17 Oct 2007 132,858 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

front reg plate cracked at bottom

slight leak at top water pump seal

Fail 17 Oct 2007 132,858 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

front reg plate cracked at bottom

slight leak at top water pump seal

Pass 19 Oct 2006 118,550 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

front rubber suspension mounts stareting to crack and perish

Fail 19 Oct 2006 118,550 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

front rubber suspension mounts stareting to crack and perish

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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N294 CAJ is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Maroon with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N294 CAJ, 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 N294 CAJ registered?

N294 CAJ is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 11 September 1995.

Is N294 CAJ safe to buy?

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