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C180 DYF

1986 Volvo 700 Series

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,573 mi
Last recorded142,573 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2007
Typical for 1986 Volvo 700 Series140,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC180 DYF
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2007 142,573 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jan 2006 141,761 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Jan 2006 141,761 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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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C180 DYF is a 1986 Volvo 700 Series in Blue 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 C180 DYF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C180 DYF?

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What year was C180 DYF registered?

C180 DYF is a 1986 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 4 April 1986.

Is C180 DYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C180 DYF 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 C180 DYF have outstanding finance?

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