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P13 DJS

1997 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2010
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,883 mi
Last recorded76,883 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP13 DJS
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2009 76,883 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 76,883 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 72,223 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 72,223 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 20 Nov 2008 72,221 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

front tyre size differs from that fitted to the rear.195/65/15 front.195/60/15 rear

Pass 31 Oct 2007 68,766 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 60,409 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 60,409 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2005 19,783 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Sep 2005 19,783 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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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P13 DJS is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P13 DJS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P13 DJS registered?

P13 DJS is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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