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C161 MFV

1986 Volvo 700 Series

Silver Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,308 mi
Last recorded121,308 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2006
Typical for 1986 Volvo 700 Series140,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC161 MFV
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2006 121,308 miles

Battery insecure

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

Fail 8 Dec 2006 121,308 miles

Battery insecure

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2005 112,211 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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C161 MFV is a 1986 Volvo 700 Series in Silver with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 140,324 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 C161 MFV, 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 40 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 C161 MFV?

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What year was C161 MFV registered?

C161 MFV is a 1986 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 26 March 1986.

Is C161 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C161 MFV 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 C161 MFV have outstanding finance?

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