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N508 GLF

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

152,048 mi
Last recorded152,048 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN508 GLF
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2019 152,048 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

heavy bodywork damage to nearside

offside front brake back plate corroded

Pass 28 May 2018 145,002 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 141,423 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 138,349 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 135,244 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 132,133 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2013 129,195 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 123,556 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 118,342 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 112,045 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 112,039 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 109,471 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 109,471 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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N508 GLF is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N508 GLF, 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 N508 GLF registered?

N508 GLF is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 10 November 1995.

Is N508 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N508 GLF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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