1997 Volvo 900 Series 2.3L Petrol · R46 MTS
1997 Volvo 900 Series (2.3L, petrol). First registered 17 Oct 1997. Recorded mileage 192,792 miles. MOT valid until 09 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO 900 Series
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 192,792 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R46 MTS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/06/2026
- 192,792 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R46 MTS 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 1997 Volvo 900 Series (R46 MTS) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
R46 MTS Mileage History
- 17/06/2024183,962 mi
- 18/06/2025188,975 mi+5,013 mi
- 20/06/2025188,985 mi+10 mi
- 16/06/2026192,782 mi+3,797 mi
- 24/06/2026192,792 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 4,375 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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