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B304 XJO

1985 Volvo 700 Series

Beige Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,433 mi
Last recorded16,433 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2007
Typical for 1985 Volvo 700 Series117,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB304 XJO
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2007 16,433 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 162,141 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 162,141 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

o/side front bumper damaged

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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B304 XJO is a 1985 Volvo 700 Series in Beige with a 2,316cc 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 B304 XJO, 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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What year was B304 XJO registered?

B304 XJO is a 1985 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 19 March 1985.

Is B304 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B304 XJO 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.

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