1998 VOLVO 900 Series2.3L PETROL

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in February 2026, but only after a failure that required the repair of multiple lighting defects, a defective headlamp lens, an illegible registration plate, and an ineffective windscreen wiper. A recurring pattern of neglect regarding consumables is evident. The nearside front tyre was noted as worn in 2024 and had deteriorated to the point of exposed ply or cords by February 2025. There are also persistent defects with the offside headlamp lens and the registration plate, which have appeared across the last three years of testing. The overall condition trend appears to be slightly worsening, as the number of defects required to be rectified for the 2026 test increased compared to previous years. While the vehicle is currently roadworthy, the frequency of minor failures suggests a lack of preventative maintenance. The recorded mileage of 167,198 miles is low for a 28-year-old vehicle. This suggests the car has not been subjected to heavy hard use, but such low annual mileage can often lead to the perishing of rubber components and seals due to long periods of standing. The most important checks for a buyer are to inspect the condition and age of all tyres for perishing, verify that all external lighting is functioning correctly, and check for any remaining play in the nearside rear wheel bearing.