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SM18 GFV

2018 Volvo S90

Blue Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,554 mi
Last recorded75,554 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2018 Volvo S9049,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM18 GFV
MakeVolvo
ModelS90
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 75,554 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush through suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush through suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 15 Sep 2026 75,554 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush through suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush through suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Sep 2025 71,675 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Sep 2024 66,269 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 62,211 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 42,307 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 31,743 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 17,894 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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SM18 GFV is a 2018 Volvo S90 in Blue with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2018 Volvo S90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 49,744 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 S90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 363 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM18 GFV, 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 8 years old, this Volvo S90 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM18 GFV?

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What year was SM18 GFV registered?

SM18 GFV is a 2018 Volvo S90, first registered on 27 June 2018.

Is SM18 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM18 GFV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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