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P228 FRX

1997 Volvo V70

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

229,233 mi
Last recorded229,233 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 1997 Volvo V70138,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP228 FRX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 229,233 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 216,021 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside rear axle bush is worn

Pass 11 Feb 2016 205,827 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 194,591 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside and nearside rear shock absorber plastic dust covers detatched

slight corrosion on rear cross member

Pass 12 Feb 2014 185,695 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

sill trims fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2013 181,265 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 181,265 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 177,256 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 168,264 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 162,252 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 155,865 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 147,638 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 136,946 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 125,229 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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P228 FRX is a 1997 Volvo V70 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 138,461 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P228 FRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P228 FRX registered?

P228 FRX is a 1997 Volvo V70, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P228 FRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P228 FRX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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