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Volvo 900 Series

Purple · Petrol · 1996 · 2,316 cc

P353 AUDMOT history

P353 AUD is a purple petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 10 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 151,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2022
Mileage
151,278 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P353 AUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,316 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
10 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

P353 AUD was last recorded at 151,278 miles on 17 Nov 2021, 2,222 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Mar 2016: 13,544 miles, lower than 135,240 miles on 18 Jan 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
149,056 miles · 25 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,222 miles
Average per year
4,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 151,278 miles
  • 2020 – 149,056 miles
  • 2019 – 144,608 miles
  • 2018 – 141,009 miles
  • 2017 – 137,263 miles
  • 2016 – 13,544 miles
  • 2014 – 133,837 miles
  • 2013 – 130,991 miles
  • 2012 – 127,764 miles
  • 2011 – 123,036 miles
  • 2010 – 115,810 miles
  • 2009 – 109,479 miles
  • 2008 – 102,506 miles
  • 2007 – 98,147 miles
  • 2006 – 92,245 miles
  • 2005 – 86,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,278 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,278 miles (+2,222)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    151,278 miles
    Test number
    366356866645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass149,056 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    149,056 miles
    Test number
    151103034932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail149,044 miles (+4,436)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,044 miles
    Test number
    195822809507
    • DangerousPower steering pump insecure and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass144,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,608 miles
    Test number
    191268983407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail144,608 miles (+3,599)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,608 miles
    Test number
    486751790841
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass141,009 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    141,009 miles
    Test number
    741000512378
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  7. Fail141,008 miles (+3,745)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,008 miles
    Test number
    306181898570
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass137,263 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    137,263 miles
    Test number
    461104738008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail137,253 miles (+123,709)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,253 miles
    Test number
    570565513931
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive keeps stalling (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass13,544 miles (-121,696)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    13,544 miles
    Test number
    472824496866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Fail135,240 miles (+1,403)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,240 miles
    Test number
    884370597504
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass133,837 miles (+2,846)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    133,837 miles
    Test number
    156164444357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass130,991 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    130,991 miles
    Test number
    905435243355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail130,991 miles (+3,227)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,991 miles
    Test number
    259775143319
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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. Pass127,764 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    127,764 miles
    Test number
    186664732386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  16. Fail127,764 miles (+4,728)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,764 miles
    Test number
    548814532321
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  17. Pass123,036 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    123,036 miles
    Test number
    735453631399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail123,036 miles (+7,226)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,036 miles
    Test number
    908622431300
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass115,810 miles (+6,331)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    115,810 miles
    Test number
    924352300332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass109,479 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    109,479 miles
    Test number
    950576599218
    • 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)

  21. Fail109,475 miles (+6,969)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,475 miles
    Test number
    850513299277
    • FailureFront Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureTowbar fixing obviously of an inappropriate type (6.6.2)
    • 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)

  22. Pass102,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    102,506 miles
    Test number
    380191978235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail102,506 miles (+4,359)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,506 miles
    Test number
    440841578210
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass98,147 miles (+5,902)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    98,147 miles
    Test number
    902635887299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass92,245 miles (+6,105)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    92,245 miles
    Test number
    931046886298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass86,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    86,140 miles
    Test number
    551176175286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P353 AUD

Does P353 AUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P353 AUD expired on 24 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P353 AUD?
The MOT on P353 AUD expired on 24 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P353 AUD done?
P353 AUD was recorded at 151,278 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2021, an average of 4,040 miles a year.
Has P353 AUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P353 AUD has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on P353 AUD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P353 AUD find?
P353 AUD passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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