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B16 ECS

1988 Volvo 700 Series

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,392 mi
Last recorded122,392 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2008
Typical for 1988 Volvo 700 Series151,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 ECS
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2008 122,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 122,228 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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B16 ECS is a 1988 Volvo 700 Series in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 151,569 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 B16 ECS, 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 38 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 B16 ECS registered?

B16 ECS is a 1988 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 21 December 1988.

Is B16 ECS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 ECS 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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