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A19 RBB

1989 Volvo 700 Series

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,003 mi
Last recorded78,003 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2008
Typical for 1989 Volvo 700 Series142,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 RBB
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2008 78,003 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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A19 RBB is a 1989 Volvo 700 Series in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 142,664 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 A19 RBB, 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 37 years old, this Volvo 700 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A19 RBB registered?

A19 RBB is a 1989 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 13 January 1989.

Is A19 RBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 RBB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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