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A987 EPA

1983 Volvo 700 Series

Brown Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,449 mi
Last recorded64,449 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2007
Typical for 1983 Volvo 700 Series108,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA987 EPA
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Dec 2007 64,449 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 59,045 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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A987 EPA is a 1983 Volvo 700 Series in Brown with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 A987 EPA, 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 A987 EPA?

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What year was A987 EPA registered?

A987 EPA is a 1983 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 22 November 1983.

Is A987 EPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A987 EPA shows 2 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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