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D7 AJC

1997 Volvo S70

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

98,399 mi
Last recorded98,399 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD7 AJC
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 98,399 miles

Rear tyres perishing slightly

Pass 8 Oct 2024 94,228 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 92,801 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 91,869 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 91,228 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 88,917 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 86,106 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 23 Mar 2017 83,760 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 80,904 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 75,871 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 69,415 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres perishing

Pass 18 Jun 2012 67,299 miles

MASSIVE ENGINE OIL LEAK

Pass 15 Jun 2011 65,353 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 62,371 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 57,799 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 39,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

windscreen washers weak but sufficient

Pass 3 Jun 2008 39,469 miles

windscreen washers weak but sufficient

Pass 5 Jun 2007 30,221 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 26,143 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S70?

Based on 77,770 MOT tests across 7,179 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,223
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,207
position lamp(s) not working 2,216
Direction indicator incorrect colour 2,212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,143
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D7 AJC is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 Volvo S70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 117,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S70 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 3,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D7 AJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Volvo S70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D7 AJC registered?

D7 AJC is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is D7 AJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D7 AJC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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