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A2 DDE

1987 Volvo 700 Series

Blue Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,325 mi
Last recorded164,325 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2010
Typical for 1987 Volvo 700 Series151,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 DDE
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2010 164,325 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 162,402 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 157,523 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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A2 DDE is a 1987 Volvo 700 Series in Blue with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 151,706 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 A2 DDE, 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 39 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 A2 DDE registered?

A2 DDE is a 1987 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 20 January 1987.

Is A2 DDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 DDE shows 3 tests 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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