MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
167,033 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Volvo 700 Series?
Based on 194,851 MOT tests across 35,371 vehicles.
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B473 TPW is a 1985 Volvo 700 Series in Silver with a 2,315cc petrol 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 B473 TPW, 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 B473 TPW?
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What year was B473 TPW registered?
B473 TPW is a 1985 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 22 March 1985.
Is B473 TPW safe to buy?
The MOT history for B473 TPW 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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