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R724 XVX

1997 Volvo S90

Red Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,660 mi
Last recorded91,660 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Volvo S90105,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR724 XVX
MakeVolvo
ModelS90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 91,660 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 90,318 miles

exhaust system deteriorating

Fail 8 Jan 2025 90,318 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust system deteriorating

Pass 9 Jan 2024 88,318 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 13 Jan 2023 86,763 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 13 Jan 2022 84,653 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 83,115 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 80,427 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Fail 15 Jan 2020 80,427 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 18 Jan 2019 77,256 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Fail 18 Jan 2019 77,256 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 5 Jan 2018 75,235 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 17 Jan 2017 72,036 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 72,036 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 7 Jan 2016 68,240 miles

Both rear tyres cracking on side walls

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 15 Jan 2015 64,372 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Rear tyres cracking

Fail 15 Jan 2015 64,372 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust deteriorating

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 16 Jan 2014 61,829 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Rear number plate deteriorating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jan 2014 61,829 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust deteriorating

Rear number plate deteriorating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2013 59,101 miles

Exhaust corroding

Pass 11 Jan 2012 56,292 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Headlight glass damage

Pass 14 Jan 2011 52,459 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Front suspension lower arms rear bushes deteriorating

Fail 14 Jan 2011 52,459 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust deteriorating

Front suspension lower arms rear bushes deteriorating

Pass 20 Jan 2010 48,280 miles

Both front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorating

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 22 Jan 2009 44,717 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2008 39,508 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 34,579 miles

front brake pads wearing low

n/s/r tyre worn on edge

Pass 15 Nov 2005 29,980 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Volvo S90?

Based on 42,777 MOT tests across 6,662 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
8,529
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
6,662
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 363
parking brake recording little or no effort 204
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 175
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 169
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 145
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R724 XVX is a 1997 Volvo S90 in Red with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Volvo S90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 105,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 363 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R724 XVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S90 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Volvo S90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R724 XVX registered?

R724 XVX is a 1997 Volvo S90, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is R724 XVX safe to buy?

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