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Volvo 900 Series

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,316 cc

R468 DDAMOT history

R468 DDA is a green petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 26 Sept 1997. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 149,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jan 2025
Mileage
149,134 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,662 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R468 DDA
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
26 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R468 DDA was last recorded at 149,134 miles on 16 Dec 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,129 miles · 15 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,662 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 149,134 miles
  • 2022 – 141,213 miles
  • 2021 – 138,254 miles
  • 2019 – 134,455 miles
  • 2018 – 130,825 miles
  • 2017 – 126,592 miles
  • 2016 – 122,149 miles
  • 2015 – 117,379 miles
  • 2014 – 113,594 miles
  • 2013 – 109,421 miles
  • 2012 – 104,459 miles
  • 2011 – 101,683 miles
  • 2010 – 99,786 miles
  • 2009 – 97,983 miles
  • 2008 – 94,733 miles
  • 2007 – 88,268 miles
  • 2006 – 85,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,134 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,134 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    149,134 miles
    Test number
    480586876622
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail149,129 miles (+4,264)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,129 miles
    Test number
    228438914722
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,865 miles (+3,652)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    144,865 miles
    Test number
    684704746567
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass141,213 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    141,213 miles
    Test number
    959792818860
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail141,213 miles (+54)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,213 miles
    Test number
    560520708351
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail141,159 miles (+2,905)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,159 miles
    Test number
    737661527794
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam operation effects dip beam and position lamp (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour faded white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass138,254 miles (+3,799)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    138,254 miles
    Test number
    683469924551
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge >>> STRONG ADVISE <<< (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge >>> STRONG ADVISE <<< (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass134,455 miles (+3,630)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    134,455 miles
    Test number
    724197923909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,825 miles (+4,233)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    130,825 miles
    Test number
    646702550092
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass126,592 miles (+4,443)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    126,592 miles
    Test number
    876602562158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,149 miles (+4,770)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    122,149 miles
    Test number
    852161016581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,379 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    117,379 miles
    Test number
    796236465141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,594 miles (+4,173)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    113,594 miles
    Test number
    767363164128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,421 miles (+4,962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    109,421 miles
    Test number
    239739763148
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass104,459 miles (+2,776)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    104,459 miles
    Test number
    317001272135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass101,683 miles (+1,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    101,683 miles
    Test number
    675206281162
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass99,786 miles (+1,803)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,786 miles
    Test number
    982341980136
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass97,983 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    97,983 miles
    Test number
    473441189171
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth number plates in poor condition.
    • NoteOil leak.

  19. Fail97,983 miles (+3,250)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,983 miles
    Test number
    134400389141
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth number plates in poor condition.
    • NoteOil leak.

  20. Pass94,733 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    94,733 miles
    Test number
    242785288112
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition
    • NoteStone chip to windscreen just acceptable

  21. Fail94,733 miles (+6,465)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,733 miles
    Test number
    232295988462
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition
    • NoteStone chip to windscreen just acceptable

  22. Pass88,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    88,268 miles
    Test number
    182644187151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,268 miles (+3,098)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,268 miles
    Test number
    113393387174
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass85,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    85,170 miles
    Test number
    222189476162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R468 DDA

Does R468 DDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R468 DDA expired on 3 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R468 DDA?
The MOT on R468 DDA expired on 3 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R468 DDA done?
R468 DDA was recorded at 149,134 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2023, an average of 3,662 miles a year.
Has R468 DDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R468 DDA has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on R468 DDA 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 R468 DDA find?
R468 DDA passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2023 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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