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MPX 875Y

1983 Volvo 700 Series

Blue Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,044 mi
Last recorded18,044 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2007
Typical for 1983 Volvo 700 Series108,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPX 875Y
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2007 18,044 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

both rear shocker rubber dust covers deteriorated

Pass 26 May 2006 18,028 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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MPX 875Y is a 1983 Volvo 700 Series in Blue with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 108,658 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 MPX 875Y, 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 43 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 MPX 875Y registered?

MPX 875Y is a 1983 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 8 April 1983.

Is MPX 875Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPX 875Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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