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A484 TYF

1983 Volvo 700 Series

Green Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,435 mi
Last recorded107,435 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2006
Typical for 1983 Volvo 700 Series108,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA484 TYF
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2006 107,435 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 107,371 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 105,238 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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A484 TYF is a 1983 Volvo 700 Series in Green with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 108,658 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A484 TYF, 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 43 years old, this Volvo 700 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A484 TYF?

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What year was A484 TYF registered?

A484 TYF is a 1983 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 16 September 1983.

Is A484 TYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A484 TYF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A484 TYF have outstanding finance?

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