£2,000 (Est: £2,000 - £3,000)
1996 VOLVO 940 CLASSIC TURBO AUTO
Mathewsons • UK • 21 May 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 30% of Past Sales
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£2,000 (Est: £2,000 - £3,000)
1996 VOLVO 940 CLASSIC TURBO AUTO
UK • 21 May 2026 • Lot 426
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1996 Volvo 940 Classic Turbo is a usable classic with recent maintenance, including a new exhaust system and brake components. While it has the expected cosmetic wear for its age, it's reported to be mechanically sound and comfortable for daily use.
Condition
6
The car is described as having 'usual marks around the body, etc., which is expected of a 30-year-old Volvo estate'. This indicates moderate wear. However, it's also described as 'very usable' and 'very comfortable and easy to drive,' suggesting it's mechanically sound with recent maintenance. Therefore, it aligns with a 'Good' condition rating.
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145,000 miles
P279 AUD
1996
Auction
Automatic
RHD
United Kingdom
£2,000 (Est: £2,000 - £3,000)
1996 VOLVO 940 CLASSIC TURBO AUTO
Mathewsons • UK • 21 May 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 30% of Past Sales
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Description
Mileage: Please refer to the photos for mileage showing Make: VOLVO Model: 940 CLASSIC Registration: P279 AUD
Engine Size (cc): 2316 Year of Manufacture: 1996 Date First Registered: 04/12/1996 MOT Expiry Date: 19/06/2026 Current V5: YES Location: PICKERING You can view from: Wednesday 13 May 2026 - Tuesday 19 May 2026.
Price Analysis vs Other 940 Turbos
£550
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,073
Median Price (Since 2020)
£13,020
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous 940 Turbo Sales
MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 19th Jun 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
145,882 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 16th Jun 2026, 145,882 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On 20th Jun 2025, 144,221 miles
Failed
On 18th Jun 2025, 144,221 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Major:
- Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed
On 3rd Jun 2024, 140,713 miles
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