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N718 CBW

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Black Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

201,687 mi
Last recorded201,687 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN718 CBW
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 201,687 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 195,454 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

engine mangerment light on.

Fail 6 Jun 2014 195,448 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

engine mangerment light on.

Pass 24 May 2013 193,034 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 15 May 2012 188,450 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 May 2012 188,450 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 183,398 miles

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 183,398 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 178,222 miles

nearside rear disc pitted

Fail 9 Jun 2010 178,222 miles

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

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

nearside rear disc pitted

Pass 3 Jun 2009 169,764 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 159,816 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 150,007 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 133,354 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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N718 CBW is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Black with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N718 CBW, 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 N718 CBW registered?

N718 CBW is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N718 CBW safe to buy?

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