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P195 LVP

1997 Volvo 900 Series

Purple Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,364 mi
Last recorded115,364 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Volvo 900 Series129,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP195 LVP
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 115,364 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 114,920 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 113,646 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 111,931 miles

tie bar bushes slightly perished but ok

Pass 19 Aug 2010 108,809 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 103,996 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 101,609 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

wiper blades could be in better condition

Fail 4 Sep 2008 101,609 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

wiper blades could be in better condition

Fail 4 Sep 2007 99,477 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 99,477 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 93,938 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 86,478 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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P195 LVP is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series in Purple with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P195 LVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P195 LVP registered?

P195 LVP is a 1997 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 8 April 1997.

Is P195 LVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P195 LVP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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