The road tax status for M296 ASM is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for M296 ASM?

The MOT for M296 ASM is valid and due for renewal on or before 7 June 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of M296 ASM?

The recorded mileage for M296 ASM is 167,072 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is M296 ASM ULEZ compliant?

No, M296 ASM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1995 Volvo 800 Series 2.4L Petrol · M296 ASM

M296 ASM

1995 Volvo 800 Series (2.4L, petrol). First registered 03 Feb 1995. Recorded mileage 167,072 miles. MOT valid until 07 Jun 2027.

Make & Model: VOLVO 800 Series
Year / Origin: 1995 · Manchester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 07 Jun 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 167,072 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1995

Engine

2435cc

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M296 ASM Key Findings

33 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
167,072 miles recorded at latest MOT
12 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (31 mentions)

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M296 ASM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Oct 2026, 07:59

MOT Analysis

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33 MOT tests are recorded for this 1995 Volvo 800 Series (M296 ASM) between June 2006 and May 2026.

The record contains 21 passes and 12 failures.

The most recent test on 20 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 12 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (31 issues), Lighting (21 issues), Suspension (18 issues), Steering (9 issues), Bodywork (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 61 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.

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M296 ASM Mileage History

02/06/2006128,338 mi
15/06/2006128,986 mi+648 mi
04/06/2007139,244 mi+10,258 mi
11/06/2008144,120 mi+4,876 mi
09/06/2009147,986 mi+3,866 mi
02/06/2010151,092 mi+3,106 mi
09/06/2011153,656 mi+2,564 mi
09/06/2011153,656 mi
22/05/2012154,636 mi+980 mi
22/05/2012154,636 mi
14/06/2013157,503 mi+2,867 mi
14/06/2013157,503 mi
09/06/2014158,855 mi+1,352 mi
09/06/2014158,855 mi
08/06/2015160,432 mi+1,577 mi
09/06/2015160,439 mi+7 mi
08/06/2016161,234 mi+795 mi
08/06/2017161,373 mi+139 mi
05/06/2018162,192 mi+819 mi
07/06/2018162,195 mi+3 mi
28/05/2019162,631 mi+436 mi
03/06/2019162,641 mi+10 mi
09/06/2020163,007 mi+366 mi
09/06/2020163,007 mi
18/05/2021163,603 mi+596 mi
20/05/2021163,607 mi+4 mi
30/05/2022164,104 mi+497 mi
05/06/2023164,708 mi+604 mi
22/05/2024165,380 mi+672 mi
31/05/2024165,400 mi+20 mi
30/05/2025166,279 mi+879 mi
15/05/2026167,066 mi+787 mi
20/05/2026167,072 mi+6 mi

Average of roughly 1,940 miles per year across 33 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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