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AJF 27T

1989 Volvo 700 Series

Red Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,939 mi
Last recorded94,939 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2011
Typical for 1989 Volvo 700 Series142,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJF 27T
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2011 94,939 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 19 Feb 2011 94,939 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 8 Jan 2010 93,725 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 93,725 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 91,090 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 87,447 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 82,563 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 82,563 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 74,963 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
Full Volvo 700 Series reliability report

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AJF 27T is a 1989 Volvo 700 Series in Red with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AJF 27T, 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 AJF 27T registered?

AJF 27T is a 1989 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 30 November 1989.

Is AJF 27T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJF 27T shows 9 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.

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