A12MSE

VOLVO 900 Series

1991 · Blue · Petrol · 1,986 cc · Saloon

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MOT

Valid

Expires 10 Dec 2026 (55 days left)

Tax

Taxed

Due 01 Feb 2027 (108 days left)

Mileage

132,259 mi

At MOT on 10 Dec 2025

About A12MSE

Registration A12MSE is a 1991 blue VOLVO 900 Series with a 1,986cc petrol engine. The vehicle is approximately 35 years old and therefore requires an annual MOT test.

The current MOT certificate is valid until 10 December 2026, which is 55 days away. Booking the next test early is recommended, as slots fill up quickly near expiry.

Vehicle tax is paid and next due on 01 February 2027, 108 days from today.

The vehicle has 26 MOT tests on record, including 20 passes and 6 failures, with 68 defects or advisories noted across the history.

Latest recorded mileage was 132,259 miles on 10 December 2025. The vehicle has covered an average of 807 miles per year across its MOT history, below the UK average of around 7,400, suggesting light use.

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MOT History 26 tests

Recorded mileage and result at each MOT test Pass Fail

MOT test number: 749225930069
Expiry date: 10 Dec 2026
Mileage recorded: 132,259 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT test number: 853074074804
Expiry date: 10 Dec 2025
Mileage recorded: 132,257 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

MINOR Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))

ADVISORY front b/discs corroded

MOT test number: 104105239355
Mileage recorded: 132,257 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

MAJOR Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

MINOR Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))

ADVISORY front b/discs corroded

ADVISORY rear discs corroded

MAJOR Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

MAJOR Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

MOT test number: 426788419610
Expiry date: 29 Nov 2024
Mileage recorded: 130,215 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

ADVISORY Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

ADVISORY Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

MOT test number: 792910083733
Expiry date: 29 Nov 2023
Mileage recorded: 129,766 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

ADVISORY Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

MINOR Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

ADVISORY offside front body panel corroded and holed (not in a prescribed area )

ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

MOT test number: 383649576858
Expiry date: 29 Oct 2022
Mileage recorded: 129,755 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

ADVISORY Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

ADVISORY offside front body panel corroded and holed not in a prescribed area

MOT test number: 303295493293
Mileage recorded: 129,750 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

MAJOR Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

MAJOR Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both offside and nearside front (3.4 (b) (ii))

MAJOR Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

MAJOR Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

MAJOR Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

ADVISORY Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

MAJOR Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

ADVISORY Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

MAJOR Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

ADVISORY offside front body panel corroded and holed not in a prescribed area

MOT test number: 933962522157
Expiry date: 29 Oct 2021
Mileage recorded: 129,738 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

ADVISORY Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner joint (2.3 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both offside and nearside rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Offside Front general corrosion

MOT test number: 145401424791
Expiry date: 27 Oct 2020
Mileage recorded: 129,700 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

ADVISORY general corrosion

MOT test number: 482021663749
Mileage recorded: 129,700 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

MAJOR Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

MAJOR Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

MAJOR Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

ADVISORY Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

ADVISORY general corrosion

MAJOR Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

MOT test number: 461845433114
Expiry date: 27 Apr 2019
Mileage recorded: 129,630 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Oil leak

ADVISORY general corrosion

MOT test number: 347709621373
Mileage recorded: 129,628 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Oil leak

ADVISORY general corrosion

FAIL Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

MOT test number: 208525714101
Mileage recorded: 127,936 MI
Registration at time of test: A12MSE
Data source: DVSA

PRS Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

PRS Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

PRS Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Vehicle specifications

Model: 900 Series
Body Type: Saloon
Fuel Type: PETROL
Engine Size: 1,986 cc
First Registered: Apr 1991
First Used on Road: 26 Apr 1991
Wheelplan: 2 AXLE RIGID BODY
Last V5C Issued: 19 Dec 2025
Safety Recall: Unknown
Export Marker: No

Tyre Size

Standard fitment 185/65R15

All four wheels 15" wheel

185/65R15 R 89

Fitted to front and rear

Width

185 mm

Tread width

Profile

65%

Sidewall

Wheel

15"

Rim

Speed R

106 mph

Max speed

Load 89

580 kg

Per tyre

What do these numbers mean?

Take 225/45R18 W 91 as an example:

225 is the tread width in millimetres.
45 is the profile: the sidewall height is 45% of the width.
R18 means a radial tyre on an 18 inch wheel.
W is the speed rating (the fastest the tyre is rated for, 168 mph here).
91 is the load index (the most weight one tyre can carry, 615 kg here).

Manufacturer standard (OE) tyre sizes for this vehicle. Always check the sizes printed on your existing tyres or the sticker inside the driver's door before buying, as fitments can vary by trim and wheel option.

Data from DVLA & DVSA. For personal use only, always verify independently before purchase decisions. Last updated 31 Aug 2026 at 12:51.