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A79 FSO

1984 Volvo 700 Series

Blue Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,143 mi
Last recorded131,143 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2011
Typical for 1984 Volvo 700 Series88,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA79 FSO
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2011 131,143 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 130,377 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 128,278 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 124,039 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 121,052 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 119,809 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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A79 FSO is a 1984 Volvo 700 Series in Blue with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A79 FSO, 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.

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What year was A79 FSO registered?

A79 FSO is a 1984 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 1 January 1984.

Is A79 FSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A79 FSO shows 6 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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