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P252 YGN

1997 Volvo S70

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,882 mi
Last recorded143,882 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP252 YGN
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 143,882 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 142,145 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 138,315 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Dec 2014 138,315 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Dec 2013 135,495 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2012 134,407 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Dec 2012 134,405 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2011 131,333 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2011 131,332 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 128,397 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 128,396 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 122,898 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 117,400 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 112,860 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 108,582 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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P252 YGN is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P252 YGN, 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 P252 YGN registered?

P252 YGN is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P252 YGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P252 YGN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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