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P241 PAG

1997 Volvo S70

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

190,750 mi
Last recorded190,750 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP241 PAG
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2014 190,750 miles

slight dampness around steering rack pinion

Fail 22 Feb 2014 190,748 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

slight dampness around steering rack pinion

Fail 6 Feb 2013 187,520 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight dampness around pinion on steering rack

Pass 6 Feb 2013 187,520 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight dampness around pinion on steering rack

Pass 25 Feb 2012 185,180 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 181,250 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 177,802 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

dampness aroun steering gear around pinion

Pass 22 Feb 2010 177,802 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

dampness aroun steering gear around pinion

Pass 14 Feb 2009 172,206 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 167,019 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 167,019 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 165,092 miles

car has headlamp protectors fitted headlamp pattern viable but slightly dull

Pass 8 May 2006 162,151 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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P241 PAG is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P241 PAG, 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 P241 PAG registered?

P241 PAG is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P241 PAG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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