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G12 MHP

1997 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,144 mi
Last recorded150,144 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 MHP
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 150,144 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 148,127 miles

Nearside Front Suspension Top mount strut bearing slightly rough when rotated

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened sub frame mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension Top mount strut bearing slightly rough when rotated

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened sub frame mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Jan 2025 148,121 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Suspension Top mount strut bearing slightly rough when rotated

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened sub frame mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension Top mount strut bearing slightly rough when rotated

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened sub frame mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 146,372 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush x 2 bushes split (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body & parts corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 146,372 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Coil spring corroded all spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush x 2 bushes split (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body & parts corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 146,237 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack outside zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2019 144,449 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 142,218 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 142,205 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 139,194 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 136,028 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 132,884 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 130,549 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 127,263 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 123,422 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 117,806 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 112,967 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 106,561 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 99,573 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 91,957 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 84,700 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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G12 MHP is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G12 MHP, 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.

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What year was G12 MHP registered?

G12 MHP is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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