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DUR 7Y

1989 Volvo 700 Series

Silver Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

285,387 mi
Last recorded285,387 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Volvo 700 Series142,664 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUR 7Y
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026 285,387 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 278,505 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 270,585 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 260,690 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 249,691 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 235,564 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 229,213 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 217,756 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 209,160 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 201,935 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 195,314 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 190,710 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 182,820 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 176,293 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Mar 2012 170,699 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 164,519 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 162,804 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 161,646 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 160,558 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 159,275 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 156,768 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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DUR 7Y is a 1989 Volvo 700 Series in Silver with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 142,664 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 DUR 7Y, 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 37 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 DUR 7Y registered?

DUR 7Y is a 1989 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 25 August 1989.

Is DUR 7Y safe to buy?

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