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OUI 7153

1999 Volvo 700 Series

Black Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,926 mi
Last recorded121,926 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 1999 Volvo 700 Series93,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 7153
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 121,926 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Front both tyres cracked up

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' right side off screen (8.3.1a)

Rear both tyres cracked up

engine oil leak

Pass 6 May 2014 121,894 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 121,423 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 121,423 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 119,847 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 118,744 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 117,349 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 115,577 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 114,175 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

chips on windscreen

Fail 1 Aug 2007 114,175 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

chips on windscreen

Pass 3 Aug 2006

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
Full Volvo 700 Series reliability report

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OUI 7153 is a 1999 Volvo 700 Series in Black with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 93,286 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 OUI 7153, 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 27 years old, this Volvo 700 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OUI 7153 registered?

OUI 7153 is a 1999 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 1 December 1999.

Is OUI 7153 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 7153 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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