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P235 FUD

1997 Volvo S70

Red Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

167,323 mi
Last recorded167,323 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP235 FUD
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2014 167,323 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 152,469 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 142,724 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 131,965 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 131,965 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 118,155 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 107,504 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 95,486 miles

front registration plate poor

nails evident in n/s/r tyre

Fail 9 Dec 2008 95,433 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

front registration plate poor

nails evident in n/s/r tyre

Pass 21 Dec 2007 85,197 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 75,904 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 70,029 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 70,024 miles

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

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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P235 FUD is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P235 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 P235 FUD registered?

P235 FUD is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is P235 FUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P235 FUD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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