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Volvo 900 Series

Purple · Petrol · 1998 · 2,316 cc

R720 GRLMOT history

R720 GRL is a purple petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 1 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 96,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
96,219 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R720 GRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,316 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R720 GRL was last recorded at 96,219 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 8,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,637 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,582 miles
Average per year
3,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,219 miles
  • 2025 – 87,637 miles
  • 2024 – 77,738 miles
  • 2023 – 68,275 miles
  • 2022 – 59,330 miles
  • 2021 – 52,438 miles
  • 2020 – 46,005 miles
  • 2014 – 45,950 miles
  • 2013 – 45,306 miles
  • 2012 – 44,524 miles
  • 2011 – 43,294 miles
  • 2010 – 40,938 miles
  • 2009 – 38,567 miles
  • 2008 – 35,981 miles
  • 2007 – 32,455 miles
  • 2006 – 28,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,219 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,219 miles (+8,582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    96,219 miles
    Test number
    640378708982
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass87,637 miles (+9,899)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    87,637 miles
    Test number
    541887084353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,738 miles (+9,463)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    77,738 miles
    Test number
    708462854347
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front flexi hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration in both sides rear shock lower absorber mounting bushes.

  4. Pass68,275 miles (+8,945)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,275 miles
    Test number
    791109288333
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration in both sides rear lower shock absorber mounting bushes

  5. Pass59,330 miles (+6,892)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    59,330 miles
    Test number
    432828953392
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test Third row seats folded down unable to fully check seats and seat belts
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shock absorber lower bushes deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass52,438 miles (+6,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    52,438 miles
    Test number
    447364608677
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass46,005 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,005 miles
    Test number
    779923554012
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test third row seats folded down at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail45,950 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,950 miles
    Test number
    258053724020
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass45,950 miles (+644)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,950 miles
    Test number
    809103524039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,306 miles (+782)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    45,306 miles
    Test number
    328919403043
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow

  11. Pass44,524 miles (+1,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,524 miles
    Test number
    509730722025
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass43,294 miles (+2,356)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,294 miles
    Test number
    517330221064
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/f wiper split on end

  13. Pass40,938 miles (+2,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    40,938 miles
    Test number
    121810720011
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  14. Pass38,567 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,567 miles
    Test number
    481822029099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,981 miles (+3,526)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    35,981 miles
    Test number
    924540718000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    32,455 miles
    Test number
    621728117083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,455 miles (+4,058)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,455 miles
    Test number
    771238217035
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  18. Pass28,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    28,397 miles
    Test number
    284539316047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R720 GRL

Does R720 GRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R720 GRL is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on R720 GRL?
The MOT on R720 GRL is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R720 GRL done?
R720 GRL was recorded at 96,219 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 3,271 miles a year.
Has R720 GRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R720 GRL has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2014.
Has the mileage on R720 GRL 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 R720 GRL find?
R720 GRL passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both.

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