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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,922 cc

V656 MDPMOT history

V656 MDP is a black petrol Volvo 900 Series first used on 13 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2023
Mileage
87,156 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V656 MDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
900 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,922 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V656 MDP was last recorded at 87,156 miles on 2 Apr 2022, 135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,021 miles · 28 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
135 miles
Average per year
3,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 87,156 miles
  • 2021 – 80,295 miles
  • 2020 – 74,427 miles
  • 2019 – 69,218 miles
  • 2017 – 65,316 miles
  • 2016 – 62,753 miles
  • 2015 – 61,059 miles
  • 2014 – 59,814 miles
  • 2013 – 58,289 miles
  • 2012 – 57,885 miles
  • 2011 – 55,307 miles
  • 2010 – 51,815 miles
  • 2009 – 47,674 miles
  • 2008 – 43,148 miles
  • 2007 – 39,462 miles
  • 2006 – 35,921 miles
  • 2005 – 30,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,156 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter to central pipe sleeve join. (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch and outer sill in rusty conditionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • O/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front tires wearing on edges 205/65/15

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,156 miles (+135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,156 miles
    Test number
    488453737843
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter to central pipe sleeve join. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch and outer sill in rusty condition

  2. Fail87,021 miles (+6,726)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,021 miles
    Test number
    468629246311
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulder of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter to central pipe sleeve join. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch and outer sill in rusty condition

  3. Pass80,295 miles (+228)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,295 miles
    Test number
    189637860695
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  4. Fail80,067 miles (+5,640)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,067 miles
    Test number
    765494465611
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak pipe fractured and weak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases corroded and fractured pipe both ends (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to condition of exhaust system (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources and offside light weak (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust center and rear silencers in corroded condition
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer position lamp not working

  5. Pass74,427 miles (+5,209)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    74,427 miles
    Test number
    582451073689
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer side lamp not working,advise attention.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre tread worn on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from power steering rack pinion area.

  6. Pass69,218 miles (+3,902)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,218 miles
    Test number
    930538904791
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front of cener pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass65,316 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,316 miles
    Test number
    640761662561
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail65,316 miles (+2,563)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,316 miles
    Test number
    632701488816
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working 233 + clean connections (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working 207 x2 (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working 233 + clean connections (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass62,753 miles (+97)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    62,753 miles
    Test number
    539183814156
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  10. Fail62,656 miles (+1,597)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,656 miles
    Test number
    914495880693
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings quarter (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  11. Pass61,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,059 miles
    Test number
    488567603012
    • AdvisoryFront tires wearing on edges 205/65/15

  12. Fail61,059 miles (+1,245)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,059 miles
    Test number
    305441792478
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront tires wearing on edges 205/65/15

  13. Pass59,814 miles (+1,525)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    59,814 miles
    Test number
    975433494231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass58,289 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,289 miles
    Test number
    866117793268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,885 miles (+2,578)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,885 miles
    Test number
    908442892273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,307 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,307 miles
    Test number
    829636771245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail55,307 miles (+3,492)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,307 miles
    Test number
    898526471299
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass51,815 miles (+4,141)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,815 miles
    Test number
    111102680271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,674 miles (+4,526)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,674 miles
    Test number
    393337889285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    43,148 miles
    Test number
    371908988410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,148 miles (+3,686)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,148 miles
    Test number
    880528788288
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass39,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    39,462 miles
    Test number
    470862887248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,462 miles (+3,541)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,462 miles
    Test number
    773952087237
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass35,921 miles (+5,148)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    35,921 miles
    Test number
    302456186203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,773 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    30,773 miles
    Test number
    492102195209
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V656 MDP

Does V656 MDP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V656 MDP expired on 1 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V656 MDP?
The MOT on V656 MDP expired on 1 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V656 MDP done?
V656 MDP was recorded at 87,156 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2022, an average of 3,427 miles a year.
Has V656 MDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V656 MDP has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V656 MDP 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 V656 MDP find?
V656 MDP passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2022 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter to central pipe sleeve join.; offside rear wheel arch and outer sill in rusty condition.

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