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DAN 418V

1979 Volvo 700 Series

Silver Diesel 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

207,091 mi
Last recorded207,091 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAN 418V
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2008 207,091 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 196,071 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front slight wheel bind †

offside outer cill showing signs of thinning

slight diesel leak

Fail 29 Jun 2006 19,604 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Slight Wheel Bind

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside outer cill showing signs of thinning

Slight diesel Leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2005 186,581 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DAN 418V is a 1979 Volvo 700 Series in Silver with a 2,316cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DAN 418V, 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 47 years old, this Volvo 700 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DAN 418V registered?

DAN 418V is a 1979 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 27 September 1979.

Is DAN 418V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAN 418V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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