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RGN 8

1997 Volvo V90

Green Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,261 mi
Last recorded73,261 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Volvo V90132,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGN 8
MakeVolvo
ModelV90
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2014 73,261 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 70,957 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 67,974 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 65,587 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 62,209 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 58,421 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 54,166 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 48,915 miles

advise engine oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2006 44,499 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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RGN 8 is a 1997 Volvo V90 in Green with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RGN 8, 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

How do I check the history of RGN 8?

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What year was RGN 8 registered?

RGN 8 is a 1997 Volvo V90, first registered on 6 November 1997.

Is RGN 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGN 8 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RGN 8 have outstanding finance?

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