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P65 FJM

1997 Volvo V90

Silver Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

92,542 mi
Last recorded92,542 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Volvo V90132,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP65 FJM
MakeVolvo
ModelV90
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 92,542 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 92,532 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 92,579 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 92,396 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 92,211 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2019 91,652 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

handbrake cables corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2018 90,419 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 90,418 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 89,301 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 87,995 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 86,501 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 85,274 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 83,681 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 83,681 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 82,990 miles

Nearside front brake hose perished

Nearside front track control arm rear bush split

Nearside front tyre tread pattern cracked

Nearside rear tyre worn low

Offside front brake hose perished

Offside front track control arm rear bush split

Offside front tyre tread pattern cracked

Offside rear tyre worn low

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Slight oil leak from power assisted steering pipes

Pass 2 Mar 2011 81,033 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2011 81,033 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 76,993 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 73,499 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Feb 2008 68,239 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 68,239 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 61,401 miles

rear pads wearing thin

Pass 21 Feb 2006 54,158 miles

all tyres 2.5 mm tread and rear walls perishing

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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P65 FJM is a 1997 Volvo V90 in Silver with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P65 FJM, 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 P65 FJM registered?

P65 FJM is a 1997 Volvo V90, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P65 FJM safe to buy?

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