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P56 SVX

1997 Volvo V90

Green Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

121,842 mi
Last recorded121,842 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Volvo V90132,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP56 SVX
MakeVolvo
ModelV90
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2011 121,842 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 121,806 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 121,806 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 119,736 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 119,736 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 111,367 miles

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

front/rear tyres low on edges

nearside headlight damaged

Fail 20 May 2006 111,301 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

How Reliable is the Volvo V90?

Based on 76,185 MOT tests across 11,167 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
8,738
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
11,167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 783
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 461
parking brake recording little or no effort 429
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 393
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 376
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P56 SVX is a 1997 Volvo V90 in Green with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Volvo V90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 132,104 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo V90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 783 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P56 SVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V90 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Volvo V90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P56 SVX registered?

P56 SVX is a 1997 Volvo V90, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P56 SVX safe to buy?

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