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Volvo 900 Series

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,316 cc

P186 DOBMOT history

P186 DOB is a green petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 11 Mar 1997. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 206,115 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2023
Mileage
206,115 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2022
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P186 DOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,316 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
11 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P186 DOB was last recorded at 206,115 miles on 5 Mar 2022, 2,973 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,142 miles · 12 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,973 miles
Average per year
5,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 206,115 miles
  • 2021 – 203,142 miles
  • 2019 – 200,630 miles
  • 2017 – 155,894 miles
  • 2015 – 153,417 miles
  • 2014 – 151,699 miles
  • 2013 – 148,818 miles
  • 2012 – 145,019 miles
  • 2011 – 141,073 miles
  • 2010 – 136,971 miles
  • 2009 – 132,644 miles
  • 2008 – 128,951 miles
  • 2007 – 123,163 miles
  • 2006 – 118,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,115 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wing / beneath battery tray (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod arm slight play
  • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod arm slight play

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.

  • Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,115 miles (+2,973)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    206,115 miles
    Test number
    832750635522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wing / beneath battery tray (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod arm slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod arm slight play

  2. Pass203,142 miles (+2,512)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    203,142 miles
    Test number
    742919919544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under the battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass200,630 miles (+44,736)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    200,630 miles
    Test number
    512232689428
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/f inner wings
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass155,894 miles (+2,477)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    155,894 miles
    Test number
    414099146754
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryDriver over compensating for what he lacks in trouser department
    • AdvisoryExcrement found in glove compartment

  5. Pass153,417 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    153,417 miles
    Test number
    288295825135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass151,699 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    151,699 miles
    Test number
    938086224185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail151,691 miles (+2,873)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,691 miles
    Test number
    798282324115
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  8. Pass148,818 miles (+3,799)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    148,818 miles
    Test number
    656487323141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass145,019 miles (+3,946)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    145,019 miles
    Test number
    256421312190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass141,073 miles (+4,102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    141,073 miles
    Test number
    865374721166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass136,971 miles (+4,327)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    136,971 miles
    Test number
    550261520127
    • NoteO/s hand brake low

  12. Pass132,644 miles (+3,693)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    132,644 miles
    Test number
    754356929189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass128,951 miles (+5,788)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    128,951 miles
    Test number
    413310228158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail123,163 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,163 miles
    Test number
    711760827106
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass123,163 miles (+4,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    123,163 miles
    Test number
    774680027171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass118,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    118,168 miles
    Test number
    934830516199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail118,168 miles2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,168 miles
    Test number
    702910816154
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise cambelt history?
    • NoteAdvise expansion tank level low.

Questions about P186 DOB

Does P186 DOB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P186 DOB expired on 4 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P186 DOB?
The MOT on P186 DOB expired on 4 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P186 DOB done?
P186 DOB was recorded at 206,115 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2022, an average of 5,540 miles a year.
Has P186 DOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P186 DOB has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2014.
Has the mileage on P186 DOB 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 P186 DOB find?
P186 DOB passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wing / beneath battery tray; nearside front inner tie rod arm slight play; offside front inner tie rod arm slight play.

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