1998 Volvo 900 Series 2.3L Petrol · R187 BMX
1998 Volvo 900 Series (2.3L, petrol). First registered 17 Feb 1998. Recorded mileage 114,948 miles. MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO 900 Series
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,948 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R187 BMX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/03/2026
- 114,948 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R187 BMX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Volvo 900 Series (R187 BMX) between January 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
R187 BMX Mileage History
- 28/01/2023104,318 mi
- 17/01/2024106,233 mi+1,915 mi
- 17/01/2024106,233 mi
- 27/01/2025107,888 mi+1,655 mi
- 16/03/2026114,948 mi+7,060 mi
Average of roughly 3,396 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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