MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
104,244 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
How Reliable is the Volvo 700 Series?
Based on 194,851 MOT tests across 35,371 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B262 BEW is a 1985 Volvo 700 Series in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1985 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 117,115 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 B262 BEW, 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 41 years old, this Volvo 700 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of B262 BEW?
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What year was B262 BEW registered?
B262 BEW is a 1985 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 4 January 1985.
Is B262 BEW safe to buy?
The MOT history for B262 BEW 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 B262 BEW have outstanding finance?
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