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Volvo 900 Series

Black · Petrol · 1996 · 2,922 cc

P581 GPFMOT history

P581 GPF is a black petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 31 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 94,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2023
Mileage
94,138 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P581 GPF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,922 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
31 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P581 GPF was last recorded at 94,138 miles on 28 Jun 2022, 821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
93,317 miles · 15 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
821 miles
Average per year
2,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 94,138 miles
  • 2020 – 93,317 miles
  • 2019 – 91,976 miles
  • 2018 – 90,829 miles
  • 2017 – 80,681 miles
  • 2016 – 76,492 miles
  • 2015 – 72,266 miles
  • 2014 – 70,405 miles
  • 2013 – 70,145 miles
  • 2012 – 69,514 miles
  • 2011 – 68,933 miles
  • 2010 – 37,109 miles
  • 2009 – 66,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,138 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryExhaust heavily deteriorated but not leaking or insecure.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,138 miles (+821)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    94,138 miles
    Test number
    836588013862
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily deteriorated but not leaking or insecure.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass93,317 miles (+1,341)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,317 miles
    Test number
    529827148275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components very corroded (nuts and bolts)

  3. Pass91,976 miles (+1,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,976 miles
    Test number
    499988994191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass90,829 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    90,829 miles
    Test number
    186421649902
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail90,829 miles (+10,148)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,829 miles
    Test number
    620641197862
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass80,681 miles (+4,189)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,681 miles
    Test number
    784819194531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBattery loose

  7. Pass76,492 miles (+4,226)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,492 miles
    Test number
    648174548977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,266 miles
    Test number
    545775945256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,266 miles (+1,861)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,266 miles
    Test number
    527745145260
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass70,405 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,405 miles
    Test number
    279351134263
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  11. Fail70,405 miles (+260)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,405 miles
    Test number
    876621134251
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass70,145 miles (+631)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,145 miles
    Test number
    966913533265
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass69,514 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    69,514 miles
    Test number
    468565532299
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  14. Fail69,514 miles (+581)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,514 miles
    Test number
    488985832232
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear 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 Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteSpare tyre is worn to excess and the pressure is very low
    • NoteVehicle tracking may be required

  15. Pass68,933 miles (+31,824)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    68,933 miles
    Test number
    258112701287
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront tyres cracked but not to cord

  16. Pass37,109 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,109 miles
    Test number
    831212500275
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has a nail in it.

  17. Fail67,109 miles (+216)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,109 miles
    Test number
    333412400402
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has a nail in it.

  18. Pass66,893 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,893 miles
    Test number
    784975189064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,892 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,892 miles
    Test number
    744228079058
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about P581 GPF

Does P581 GPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P581 GPF expired on 27 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P581 GPF?
The MOT on P581 GPF expired on 27 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P581 GPF done?
P581 GPF was recorded at 94,138 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2022, an average of 2,052 miles a year.
Has P581 GPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P581 GPF has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on P581 GPF 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 P581 GPF find?
P581 GPF passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; exhaust heavily deteriorated but not leaking or insecure.; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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