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Volvo 900 Series

Gold · Petrol · 1995 · 2,316 cc

M247 VCTMOT history

M247 VCT is a gold petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 238,464 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
238,464 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M247 VCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,316 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M247 VCT was last recorded at 238,464 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
238,456 miles · 6 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
6,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 238,464 miles
  • 2025 – 238,438 miles
  • 2024 – 235,363 miles
  • 2023 – 225,144 miles
  • 2022 – 215,096 miles
  • 2021 – 203,711 miles
  • 2020 – 195,720 miles
  • 2019 – 191,302 miles
  • 2018 – 185,707 miles
  • 2017 – 178,962 miles
  • 2016 – 175,845 miles
  • 2015 – 170,484 miles
  • 2014 – 165,027 miles
  • 2013 – 159,981 miles
  • 2012 – 154,775 miles
  • 2011 – 148,680 miles
  • 2010 – 143,548 miles
  • 2009 – 136,789 miles
  • 2008 – 128,688 miles
  • 2007 – 119,034 miles
  • 2006 – 110,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,464 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near battery

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass238,464 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    238,464 miles
    Test number
    168153245362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail238,456 miles (+18)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,456 miles
    Test number
    400919751662
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail238,438 miles (+3,075)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,438 miles
    Test number
    545138488204
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass235,363 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    235,363 miles
    Test number
    619268583783
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail235,363 miles (+10,219)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,363 miles
    Test number
    685043371045
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer sill hold (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass225,144 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    225,144 miles
    Test number
    268464875417
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near battery (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail225,138 miles (+10,042)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,138 miles
    Test number
    635018902912
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake cable damaged hand brake cable corroded and frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near battery (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass215,096 miles (+11,385)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    215,096 miles
    Test number
    703672206768
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass203,711 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    203,711 miles
    Test number
    266882031790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail203,675 miles (+7,955)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,675 miles
    Test number
    905344373240
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass195,720 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    195,720 miles
    Test number
    252870469900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail195,720 miles (+4,418)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,720 miles
    Test number
    691244223887
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass191,302 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    191,302 miles
    Test number
    501298288306
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal ant- slip worn
    • AdvisoryN/side front tyre low tread outer edge
    • AdvisorySlight movement o/side rack

  14. Fail191,301 miles (+5,594)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,301 miles
    Test number
    786826845703
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake linkage excessively worn (1.1.15 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal ant- slip worn
    • AdvisoryN/side front tyre low tread outer edge
    • AdvisorySlight movement o/side rack

  15. Pass185,707 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    185,707 miles
    Test number
    339852495938
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack gaiter damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside front and rear brake discs corroded outer faces
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box and joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres slight cracking
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail185,707 miles (+6,745)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,707 miles
    Test number
    375049570477
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack gaiter damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside front and rear brake discs corroded outer faces
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box and joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres slight cracking
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass178,962 miles (+3,117)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    178,962 miles
    Test number
    308363405927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass175,845 miles (+5,361)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    175,845 miles
    Test number
    560212571676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass170,484 miles (+5,457)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    170,484 miles
    Test number
    528379365046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass165,027 miles (+5,046)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    165,027 miles
    Test number
    917042364039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass159,981 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    159,981 miles
    Test number
    576774263014
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on edges
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall perishing

  22. Fail159,981 miles (+5,206)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,981 miles
    Test number
    729484663003
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on edges
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall perishing

  23. Pass154,775 miles (+6,095)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    154,775 miles
    Test number
    878355372084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass148,680 miles (+5,132)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    148,680 miles
    Test number
    135191561437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass143,548 miles (+6,759)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    143,548 miles
    Test number
    190066170475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass136,789 miles (+8,101)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    136,789 miles
    Test number
    153912069482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass128,688 miles (+9,654)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    128,688 miles
    Test number
    790347878056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass119,034 miles (+8,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    119,034 miles
    Test number
    760583077023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass110,695 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    110,695 miles
    Test number
    760592576016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about M247 VCT

Does M247 VCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M247 VCT is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on M247 VCT?
The MOT on M247 VCT is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M247 VCT done?
M247 VCT was recorded at 238,464 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 6,313 miles a year.
Has M247 VCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M247 VCT has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on M247 VCT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on M247 VCT find?
M247 VCT passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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