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R969 XVM

1997 Volvo B10M

Multi-colour Diesel 9600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

575,450 mi
Last recorded575,450 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR969 XVM
MakeVolvo
ModelB10M
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine9,600cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 575,450 miles

Nearside Body not fully secure Panel (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Chassis corroded to rear but not significantly weakend

Offside Front Damage to body

Rear door open warning light illuminates

Warning lights flashing on dash but not realated to low air system

Pass 3 Jan 2020 575,224 miles

Rear rear crossmember corrosion

Rear waste pipe secured by cable ties

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

Nearside generator mount by gearbox loose

Offside Rear damage to offside rear body, covered by tape

Fail 3 Jan 2020 575,224 miles

Nearside generator mount by gearbox loose

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

Offside Rear damage to offside rear body, covered by tape

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

Rear rear crossmember corrosion

Rear waste pipe secured by cable ties

Pass 22 Feb 2018 574,779 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 553,520 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 565,283 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 555,414 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 545,864 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 541,421 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 169,238 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 162,821 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 158,683 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 153,435 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo B10M?

Based on 661 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
8,508
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 15
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9
Air suspension unit totally deflated 7
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6
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R969 XVM is a 1997 Volvo B10M in Multi-colour with a 9,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

The most common reason a Volvo B10M fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R969 XVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo B10M typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Volvo B10M is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R969 XVM registered?

R969 XVM is a 1997 Volvo B10M, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is R969 XVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R969 XVM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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