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P889 GNF

1996 Volvo 900 Series

Maroon Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,926 mi
Last recorded125,926 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 1996 Volvo 900 Series132,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP889 GNF
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 125,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 13 Feb 2013 125,923 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 124,568 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 122,814 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 120,359 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 118,924 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 118,924 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 115,656 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 115,656 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 111,559 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 111,554 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 107,525 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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P889 GNF is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series in Maroon with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P889 GNF, 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.

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What year was P889 GNF registered?

P889 GNF is a 1996 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P889 GNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P889 GNF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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