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B408 NNR

1985 Volvo 700 Series

Green Diesel 2383cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,136 mi
Last recorded92,136 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2006
Typical for 1985 Volvo 700 Series117,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB408 NNR
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,383cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2006 92,136 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 92,136 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

near side & off side front brake pipes heavily greased.

near side & off side front to rear brake pipes heavily greased.

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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B408 NNR is a 1985 Volvo 700 Series in Green with a 2,383cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 B408 NNR, 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 B408 NNR registered?

B408 NNR is a 1985 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 22 March 1985.

Is B408 NNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B408 NNR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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