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Volvo 900 Series

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,316 cc

P286 GPDMOT history

P286 GPD is a green petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 218,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
218,002 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P286 GPD
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
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P286 GPD was last recorded at 218,002 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 5,356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,646 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,356 miles
Average per year
5,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,002 miles
  • 2025 – 212,646 miles
  • 2023 – 204,522 miles
  • 2022 – 196,105 miles
  • 2021 – 193,108 miles
  • 2020 – 190,275 miles
  • 2019 – 185,756 miles
  • 2018 – 180,545 miles
  • 2017 – 174,251 miles
  • 2016 – 169,111 miles
  • 2015 – 163,641 miles
  • 2014 – 159,567 miles
  • 2013 – 153,909 miles
  • 2012 – 149,016 miles
  • 2011 – 142,587 miles
  • 2010 – 136,820 miles
  • 2009 – 130,933 miles
  • 2008 – 118,927 miles
  • 2007 – 108,688 miles
  • 2006 – 98,293 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,002 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,002 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    218,002 miles
    Test number
    986069443683
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail218,001 miles (+5,355)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,001 miles
    Test number
    413996900816
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass212,646 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    212,646 miles
    Test number
    223590224537
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail212,644 miles (+8,122)1 dangerous12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,644 miles
    Test number
    698824229721
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass204,522 miles (+88)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    204,522 miles
    Test number
    345119464438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral chassis and suspension components rusting..

  6. Fail204,434 miles (+50)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,434 miles
    Test number
    380265515847
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail204,384 miles (+8,279)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,384 miles
    Test number
    373691088849
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under o/s/f wheel arch
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high

  8. Pass196,105 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    196,105 miles
    Test number
    249507387702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f front of inner wheel arch excess corroded

  9. Fail196,075 miles (+2,967)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,075 miles
    Test number
    144290338239
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f front of inner wheel arch excess corroded

  10. Pass193,108 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    193,108 miles
    Test number
    180608773600
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail193,099 miles (+2,824)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,099 miles
    Test number
    864276162738
    • MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass190,275 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    190,275 miles
    Test number
    350472424371
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail190,265 miles (+4,509)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,265 miles
    Test number
    527418017506
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass185,756 miles (+5,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    185,756 miles
    Test number
    489066818093
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  15. Pass180,545 miles (+6,294)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    180,545 miles
    Test number
    332032394481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass174,251 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    174,251 miles
    Test number
    268152780959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail174,186 miles (+5,075)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,186 miles
    Test number
    703627011102
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  18. Pass169,111 miles (+5,470)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    169,111 miles
    Test number
    213699600839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass163,641 miles (+4,074)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    163,641 miles
    Test number
    339906285098
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass159,567 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    159,567 miles
    Test number
    575914894082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail159,524 miles (+5,615)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,524 miles
    Test number
    845161594005
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass153,909 miles (+4,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    153,909 miles
    Test number
    978614693029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass149,016 miles (+6,429)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    149,016 miles
    Test number
    848858702161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  24. Pass142,587 miles (+5,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    142,587 miles
    Test number
    976796991016
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  25. Pass136,820 miles (+5,887)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    136,820 miles
    Test number
    643277690095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass130,933 miles (+12,006)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    130,933 miles
    Test number
    282407109182
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass118,927 miles (+10,239)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    118,927 miles
    Test number
    594527608169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s rear wheel slight noise when rotated

  28. Pass108,688 miles (+10,395)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    108,688 miles
    Test number
    842328407165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass98,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    98,293 miles
    Test number
    361997496082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P286 GPD

Does P286 GPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P286 GPD is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P286 GPD?
The MOT on P286 GPD is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P286 GPD done?
P286 GPD was recorded at 218,002 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 5,990 miles a year.
Has P286 GPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P286 GPD has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on P286 GPD 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 P286 GPD find?
P286 GPD passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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