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OIJ 4217

1983 Volvo 700 Series

Black Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,220 mi
Last recorded29,220 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Volvo 700 Series108,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIJ 4217
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 29,220 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 29,219 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2020 29,220 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 14 May 2020 29,220 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 29,219 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm only (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm only (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2017 29,219 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 29,155 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 29,036 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 28,897 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 28,369 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 27,610 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

all 4 tyres have cracks in the sidewalls

Fail 9 Dec 2006 26,007 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 26,007 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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OIJ 4217 is a 1983 Volvo 700 Series in Black with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OIJ 4217, 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

How do I check the history of OIJ 4217?

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What year was OIJ 4217 registered?

OIJ 4217 is a 1983 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 25 February 1983.

Is OIJ 4217 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIJ 4217 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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