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S485 SGA

1999 Volvo 900 Series

Black Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

545,488 mi
Last recorded545,488 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 1999 Volvo 900 Series66,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS485 SGA
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2015 545,488 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 55,729 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 55,293 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 54,740 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 54,299 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 53,112 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 51,190 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 49,965 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 48,800 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 48,800 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 44,254 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 44,254 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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S485 SGA is a 1999 Volvo 900 Series in Black with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S485 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 S485 SGA?

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What year was S485 SGA registered?

S485 SGA is a 1999 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S485 SGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S485 SGA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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