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N581 GLB

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Maroon Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,527 mi
Last recorded87,527 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN581 GLB
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 87,527 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2023 87,527 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 86,130 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2022 86,130 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 84,600 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 83,789 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 83,242 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 82,481 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 81,617 miles

Both rear tyres cracking

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 80,625 miles

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

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

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

rear tyres cracking on outside walls

Fail 5 Jul 2016 80,625 miles

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

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

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

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

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

rear tyres cracking on outside walls

Pass 6 Jul 2015 79,658 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking

various bushes under car perishing

wear on nearside front tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2014 78,553 miles

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

slight cracking on rear tyres

slight wear on nearside front

some bushes under car rubber perishing

Pass 3 Jul 2013 77,808 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 77,077 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2012 77,077 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 75,429 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2011 75,429 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 74,271 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 69,824 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 66,281 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Fail 24 Jul 2007 63,630 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 63,630 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 61,084 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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N581 GLB is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Maroon with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N581 GLB, 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

How do I check the history of N581 GLB?

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What year was N581 GLB registered?

N581 GLB is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 20 October 1995.

Is N581 GLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N581 GLB shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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