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P820 NPV

1996 Volvo 900 Series

Blue Petrol 2473cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,948 mi
Last recorded87,948 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Volvo 900 Series132,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP820 NPV
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,473cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2026 87,948 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 80,231 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 74,498 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 66,899 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 59,037 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 50,578 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 48,318 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 44,481 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 37,396 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 27,353 miles

n/s/f tyer on 2 mm and o/s/r tyer on 2.5 mm

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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P820 NPV is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series in Blue with a 2,473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 132,823 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 P820 NPV, 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 30 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P820 NPV?

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What year was P820 NPV registered?

P820 NPV is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P820 NPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P820 NPV shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P820 NPV have outstanding finance?

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