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Volvo 900 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 2,922 cc

P290 AUDMOT history

P290 AUD is a blue petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 4 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 118,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2025
Mileage
118,609 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P290 AUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,922 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
4 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P290 AUD was last recorded at 118,609 miles on 1 Oct 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,607 miles · 12 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,609 miles
  • 2022 – 118,069 miles
  • 2021 – 117,518 miles
  • 2020 – 117,475 miles
  • 2019 – 116,190 miles
  • 2018 – 113,755 miles
  • 2017 – 109,634 miles
  • 2016 – 106,064 miles
  • 2015 – 102,217 miles
  • 2014 – 98,503 miles
  • 2013 – 96,014 miles
  • 2012 – 93,093 miles
  • 2011 – 88,399 miles
  • 2010 – 83,116 miles
  • 2009 – 78,503 miles
  • 2008 – 77,175 miles
  • 2007 – 72,055 miles
  • 2006 – 65,287 miles
  • 2005 – 60,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,609 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

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 Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit boyh front (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,609 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    118,609 miles
    Test number
    675120636251
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  2. Fail118,609 miles (+2)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,609 miles
    Test number
    405905822740
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  3. Fail118,607 miles (+13)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,607 miles
    Test number
    368315172563
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working front (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe mount cracking drivers rear

  4. Fail118,594 miles (+525)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,594 miles
    Test number
    385877663108
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,069 miles (+551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    118,069 miles
    Test number
    144348323176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass117,518 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    117,518 miles
    Test number
    661963887378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass117,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    117,475 miles
    Test number
    395105866452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail117,475 miles (+1,285)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,475 miles
    Test number
    914003942127
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass116,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    116,190 miles
    Test number
    644867948750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail116,190 miles (+2,435)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,190 miles
    Test number
    772222110914
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass113,755 miles (+4,121)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    113,755 miles
    Test number
    574911820016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,634 miles (+3,570)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    109,634 miles
    Test number
    881541354139
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement upper (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement upper (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass106,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,064 miles
    Test number
    490210674786
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit boyh front (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail106,064 miles (+3,847)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,064 miles
    Test number
    363531465837
    • FailureLower Steering pivot point has excessive play uj (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit boyh front (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass102,217 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    102,217 miles
    Test number
    388799985039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,503 miles (+2,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    98,503 miles
    Test number
    689620594009
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass96,014 miles (+2,921)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    96,014 miles
    Test number
    586001703105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    93,093 miles
    Test number
    735393922199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,093 miles (+4,694)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,093 miles
    Test number
    588913422125
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass88,399 miles (+5,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    88,399 miles
    Test number
    987417141141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass83,116 miles (+4,613)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,116 miles
    Test number
    880564520147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,503 miles (+1,328)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,503 miles
    Test number
    341208149169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,175 miles (+5,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    77,175 miles
    Test number
    434467238461
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail72,055 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,055 miles
    Test number
    150317847370
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  25. Pass72,055 miles (+6,768)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    72,055 miles
    Test number
    420297747398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass65,287 miles (+5,188)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    65,287 miles
    Test number
    272849336327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    60,099 miles
    Test number
    482326845327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail60,099 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,099 miles
    Test number
    201692645322
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P290 AUD

Does P290 AUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P290 AUD expired on 30 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P290 AUD?
The MOT on P290 AUD expired on 30 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P290 AUD done?
P290 AUD was recorded at 118,609 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2024, an average of 3,110 miles a year.
Has P290 AUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P290 AUD has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on P290 AUD 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 P290 AUD find?
P290 AUD passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2024 with 5 advisories: front suspension components corroded; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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