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Volvo 900 Series

Green · Petrol · 1995 · 2,316 cc

N176 ASTMOT history

N176 AST is a green petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 8 Sept 1995. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 114,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2025
Mileage
114,909 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N176 AST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,316 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
8 Sept 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

N176 AST was last recorded at 114,909 miles on 17 Jul 2024, 543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,366 miles · 27 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
543 miles
Average per year
3,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,909 miles
  • 2023 – 114,366 miles
  • 2021 – 110,474 miles
  • 2020 – 108,630 miles
  • 2019 – 99,257 miles
  • 2018 – 88,829 miles
  • 2017 – 82,182 miles
  • 2016 – 71,695 miles
  • 2015 – 67,009 miles
  • 2014 – 64,073 miles
  • 2013 – 60,116 miles
  • 2012 – 58,298 miles
  • 2011 – 55,659 miles
  • 2010 – 53,584 miles
  • 2009 – 50,535 miles
  • 2008 – 47,875 miles
  • 2006 – 45,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,909 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel well (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel well (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Exhaust mounting defective front & rear brackets

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch inner ( from under bonnet)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,909 miles (+543)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,909 miles
    Test number
    642742964529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel well (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel well (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass114,366 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    114,366 miles
    Test number
    996130394558
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front & rear brackets (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch inner ( from under bonnet) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch inner (from under bonnet) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail114,354 miles (+3,880)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,354 miles
    Test number
    547684482497
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front & rear brackets (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch inner ( from under bonnet) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch inner (from under bonnet) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff welded

  4. Pass110,474 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,474 miles
    Test number
    465764763718
    • AdvisoryFront wing corroded but not presenting a ragged edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail110,470 miles (+1,840)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,470 miles
    Test number
    477527859189
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine sump plug area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass108,630 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,630 miles
    Test number
    638148374420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail108,628 miles (+9,371)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,628 miles
    Test number
    449824451362
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHorn not very loud

  8. Pass99,257 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    99,257 miles
    Test number
    626360254482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch corroded slightly

  9. Fail99,255 miles (+10,426)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,255 miles
    Test number
    863242551770
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure silencer bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flange bolt loose
    • AdvisoryWasher water warning light on

  10. Pass88,829 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,829 miles
    Test number
    502467770266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear noise from hub when wheel spun
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake cable pivot mounting pin worn
    • AdvisoryRear high level brake light slightly loose
    • AdvisoryHorn could be louder

  11. Fail88,827 miles (+6,645)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,827 miles
    Test number
    462060272450
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear noise from hub when wheel spun
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake cable pivot mounting pin worn
    • AdvisoryRear high level brake light slightly loose
    • AdvisoryHorn could be louder

  12. Pass82,182 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    82,182 miles
    Test number
    768237090857
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  13. Fail82,180 miles (+10,485)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,180 miles
    Test number
    868564435513
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  14. Pass71,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    71,695 miles
    Test number
    255487492347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,695 miles (+4,686)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,695 miles
    Test number
    346798154029
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake inbalance

  16. Pass67,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    67,009 miles
    Test number
    837724645071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail67,009 miles (+2,936)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,009 miles
    Test number
    806232245037
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  18. Pass64,073 miles (+3,957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    64,073 miles
    Test number
    979474344090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass60,116 miles (+1,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,116 miles
    Test number
    496506943055
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  20. Pass58,298 miles (+2,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    58,298 miles
    Test number
    337930342059
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass55,659 miles (+2,075)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,659 miles
    Test number
    407763961049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,584 miles (+3,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    53,584 miles
    Test number
    843522540030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass50,535 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    50,535 miles
    Test number
    764627159023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail50,535 miles (+2,660)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,535 miles
    Test number
    973706159032
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass47,875 miles (+2,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    47,875 miles
    Test number
    582116648009
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  26. Pass45,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    45,101 miles
    Test number
    924547426298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,101 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,101 miles
    Test number
    544417826230
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about N176 AST

Does N176 AST currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N176 AST expired on 16 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N176 AST?
The MOT on N176 AST expired on 16 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N176 AST done?
N176 AST was recorded at 114,909 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2024, an average of 3,895 miles a year.
Has N176 AST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N176 AST has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on N176 AST 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 N176 AST find?
N176 AST passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel well; offside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel well; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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