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P233 FUD

1997 Volvo S70

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,700 mi
Last recorded142,700 miles
Recorded on18 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP233 FUD
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2009 142,700 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 May 2008 131,807 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 120,803 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 110,378 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 110,372 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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P233 FUD is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P233 FUD, 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.

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What year was P233 FUD registered?

P233 FUD is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is P233 FUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P233 FUD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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