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P233 NLT

1997 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2014
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

144,376 mi
Last recorded144,376 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP233 NLT
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2013 144,376 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2013 144,376 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 136,447 miles

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

Coolant leak

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 136,447 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 14 Sep 2011 127,203 miles

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

engine oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2011 127,203 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 17 Aug 2011 126,936 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 115,562 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 115,562 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 104,920 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 102,720 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 102,720 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 100,286 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 97,178 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 94,104 miles

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 NLT is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P233 NLT, 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 P233 NLT registered?

P233 NLT is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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