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P283 OHE

1997 Volvo S70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,308 mi
Last recorded134,308 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP283 OHE
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 134,308 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 133,095 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 126,168 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 118,253 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 110,833 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 103,932 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 97,632 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 97,631 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 91,741 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 85,501 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 81,825 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 81,825 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 77,029 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 69,827 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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P283 OHE is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P283 OHE, 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 P283 OHE registered?

P283 OHE is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P283 OHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P283 OHE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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