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S481 SGA

1999 Volvo 900 Series

Black Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

86,484 mi
Last recorded86,484 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 1999 Volvo 900 Series66,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS481 SGA
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 86,484 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 85,678 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 85,678 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 84,825 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 84,825 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 82,376 miles

Body has slight corrosion BOTH UNDERSILLS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION (6.1.B.2)

EXHAUST SILENCERS DEGRADING

MINOR TRANSMISSION OIL LEAK

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2015 82,376 miles

Body has slight corrosion BOTH UNDERSILLS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION (6.1.B.2)

EXHAUST SILENCERS DEGRADING

MINOR TRANSMISSION OIL LEAK

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' MIRROR ORNAMENTS (8.3.1e)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 76,370 miles

Centre exhaust silencer degrading

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside front brake disc dust shield corroding

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake disc dust shield missing

Plastic sill covers fitted

Rear exhaust silencer mounting corroded away

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2014 76,370 miles

Centre exhaust silencer degrading

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake disc dust shield corroding

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside front brake disc dust shield missing

Plastic sill covers fitted

Rear exhaust silencer mounting corroded away

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2012 64,288 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 62,037 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 6 Oct 2011 62,037 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 60,321 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 57,680 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 57,559 miles

Centre Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Jul 2008 57,514 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 57,403 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 43,508 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 43,508 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 40,693 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 40,693 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

battery insecure

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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S481 SGA is a 1999 Volvo 900 Series in Black with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1999 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 66,681 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S481 SGA, 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 27 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S481 SGA?

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What year was S481 SGA registered?

S481 SGA is a 1999 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S481 SGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S481 SGA shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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