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P186 DOB

1997 Volvo 900 Series

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

206,115 mi
Last recorded206,115 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Volvo 900 Series129,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP186 DOB
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2022 206,115 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wing / beneath battery tray (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front inner tie rod arm slight play

Offside Front inner tie rod arm slight play

Pass 12 Jan 2021 203,142 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under the battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Apr 2019 200,630 miles

Corrosion to n/s/f inner wings

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 155,894 miles

Both rear inner sills corroded

Driver over compensating for what he lacks in trouser department

Excrement found in glove compartment

Pass 5 May 2015 153,417 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 151,699 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 151,691 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 May 2013 148,818 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 145,019 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 141,073 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 136,971 miles

o/s hand brake low

Pass 6 May 2009 132,644 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 128,951 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 123,163 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 123,163 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 118,168 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 118,168 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

advise cambelt history?

advise expansion tank level low.

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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P186 DOB is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 129,366 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 P186 DOB, 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 29 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 P186 DOB registered?

P186 DOB is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P186 DOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P186 DOB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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