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R454 KEG

1997 Volvo V90

Purple Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,237 mi
Last recorded121,237 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Volvo V90132,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR454 KEG
MakeVolvo
ModelV90
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 121,237 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both os and ns (5.3.2 (d))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone rear bush both os and ns (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush both os and ns (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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Pass 22 Jan 2025 114,642 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bushes (both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 109,108 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 104,898 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 104,862 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 100,904 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 97,474 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 94,896 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 88,677 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 85,041 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 80,595 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 74,410 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 68,350 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 61,622 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 57,827 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 56,620 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 56,619 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 55,167 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 52,539 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 52,539 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 49,641 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 47,818 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 44,950 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 41,180 miles

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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R454 KEG is a 1997 Volvo V90 in Purple with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R454 KEG, 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 R454 KEG registered?

R454 KEG is a 1997 Volvo V90, first registered on 16 December 1997.

Is R454 KEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R454 KEG shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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