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N457 VNC

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Green Diesel 2383cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

237,806 mi
Last recorded237,806 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN457 VNC
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,383cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 237,806 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 237,431 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 236,953 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 236,876 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 234,933 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 230,019 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 230,002 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 225,556 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 221,259 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 216,568 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 209,401 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 203,178 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 199,336 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 195,230 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 190,836 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 184,142 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 173,647 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2008
Pass 12 Sep 2007 152,447 miles

SLIGHT CORROSION ON FUEL PIPES

Pass 8 Sep 2006 139,711 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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N457 VNC is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 2,383cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N457 VNC, 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 N457 VNC registered?

N457 VNC is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 8 September 1995.

Is N457 VNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N457 VNC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N457 VNC have outstanding finance?

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