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P276 NOF

1997 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

132,356 mi
Last recorded132,356 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP276 NOF
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2014 132,356 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 128,574 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 11 Dec 2012 124,188 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 5 Dec 2012 124,091 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2011 119,393 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 115,494 miles

front tyres have age cracks

Pass 4 Feb 2010 110,412 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 15 Dec 2008 104,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 104,387 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 98,162 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 98,162 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 90,331 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 82,226 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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P276 NOF is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol 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 P276 NOF, 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 P276 NOF registered?

P276 NOF is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 2 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P276 NOF 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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