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1997 Volvo V90 SE

Brightwells • UK • 14 Sept 2022

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1997 Volvo V90 SE

UK • 14 Sept 2022

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1997 Volvo V90 SE is a top-spec Luxury Edition model with a 3.0 engine and automatic transmission, converted to LPG. It has had recent significant maintenance work, including a new head gasket and timing belt. The car has won awards for originality and condition, making it a potentially desirable classic, despite having 137,131 miles and some minor advisories on its MOT.

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Condition 

7

Based on the description, the car has been well-maintained with recent restorative work, including a new head gasket, timing belt service, and suspension work. The car has also won awards at Volvo Enthusiasts Club National 2021, suggesting that it's in good condition for its age. However, the presence of advisories on the MOT suggests minor issues that need attention. So, the condition is between good and very good.

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137,131 miles

YV1965956W1047496

RHD

United Kingdom

Automatic

R313ECG

1997

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1997 Volvo V90 SE

Brightwells • UK • 14 Sept 2022

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Description

1997 Volvo V90 SE Last of the 'proper' RWD Volvo's here in top spec Luxury Edition guise with 3.0 engine & auto 'box; LPG converted; useful recent works to bring it up to par; won 'Most Original Volvo' and best V90 at VEC National 2021 Supplied new in November 1997 by Viking House Volvo of Salisbury this smart, and seemingly now rare 960 series V90 estate is one of the last of this generation and era of styling, coming to us in run-out Luxury spec, finished in a super hue of purple and riding on its original 15-inch 7-hole alloy wheels.

3.0-litre straight-six B6304 24v petrol engine developing 180bhp driving the rear wheels via 4-speed automatic transmission with Winter, Sports and Economy modes.

Mushroom leather interior with heated front seats, walnut trim, climate control with AC, heated mirrors, power steering, Volvo radio/cassette/CD player, electric sunroof, timber steering wheel and a retro-fit Bluetooth Parrot.

In addition to the enhanced standard spec of the Luxury pack (wr...

Price Analysis vs Other V90s

£1,680

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£4,741

Median Price (Since 2020)

£45,646

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MOT Information

Valid

Expires on 5th Feb 2027

Latest MOT mileage:

141,063 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 15th Jan 2026, 141,063 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Minor:
- Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))


Advisory:
- Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Passed

On 6th Feb 2025, 139,132 miles

There were 10 defects noted.

Minor:
- Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))


Advisory:
- Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Failed

On 6th Feb 2025, 139,132 miles

There were 14 defects noted.

Minor:
- Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))


Advisory:
- Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))


Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Passed

On 4th Jan 2024, 139,105 miles

There were 8 defects noted.

Minor:
- Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))


Advisory:
- Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Exhaust brackets broken but exhaust still secure
- Rear Exhaust silencer heavily corroded but not leaking

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