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R137 DNW

1998 Volvo 900 Series

Red Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

221,691 mi
Last recorded221,691 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Volvo 900 Series124,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR137 DNW
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2021 221,691 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2021 221,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 221,510 miles

Nearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Body not fully secure wing (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 220,857 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 220,857 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2017 219,367 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 212,825 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 204,880 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 195,980 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2014 195,924 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 190,916 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 182,701 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 173,170 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 162,105 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 151,577 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 140,616 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 130,549 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 117,988 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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R137 DNW is a 1998 Volvo 900 Series in Red with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 124,832 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 R137 DNW, 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 28 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R137 DNW registered?

R137 DNW is a 1998 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R137 DNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R137 DNW shows 18 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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