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G115 CPH

1990 Volvo 700 Series

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

84,210 mi
Last recorded84,210 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 1990 Volvo 700 Series126,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG115 CPH
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 84,210 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 83,980 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2024 83,688 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2024 83,688 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 83,688 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 83,688 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 83,800 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 83,690 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 83,690 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 83,688 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2018 83,689 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2018 83,688 miles

Emissions not tested leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 83,690 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Dec 2017 83,688 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 83,688 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 83,114 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 83,114 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 81,998 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 81,998 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 80,641 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 79,646 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 78,935 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 77,996 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 76,552 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 76,552 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 74,707 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 74,707 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 73,036 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 73,036 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 70,416 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 67,969 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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G115 CPH is a 1990 Volvo 700 Series in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

Across all 1990 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 126,948 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 G115 CPH, 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 36 years old, this Volvo 700 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G115 CPH registered?

G115 CPH is a 1990 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is G115 CPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G115 CPH shows 31 tests with a 67.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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