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A12 BKV

1984 Volvo 700 Series

Red Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

64,129 mi
Last recorded64,129 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 Volvo 700 Series88,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 BKV
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 64,129 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 May 2024 64,117 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 63,486 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2022 62,974 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower spring seat position

Pass 15 Oct 2020 62,485 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 62,456 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 60,841 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 59,197 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 57,434 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 55,664 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 54,363 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 52,942 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 51,198 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 49,914 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 48,059 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 46,751 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 45,267 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 44,437 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 43,580 miles

SIGNS OF CORROSOIN ON N/S REAR RADIUS ARM

Pass 7 Oct 2005 43,030 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 700 Series?

Based on 194,851 MOT tests across 35,371 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
2,905
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
35,371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,445
position lamp(s) not working 8,496
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 7,523
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,408
Registration plate lamp not working 6,696
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A12 BKV is a 1984 Volvo 700 Series in Red with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1984 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 88,224 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 700 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,445 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 BKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 700 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 42 years old, this Volvo 700 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 BKV registered?

A12 BKV is a 1984 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A12 BKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 BKV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A12 BKV have outstanding finance?

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