CarVerify

Free Car Check

P288 FUD

1997 Volvo V70

Green Petrol 2435cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

159,688 mi
Last recorded159,688 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Volvo V70138,461 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP288 FUD
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 159,688 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear beam axle/rod bracket bushes deteriating slight play

rear exhaust tailpipe mounting bracket broken exhaust loose but secure

rear shock absorbers dust covers split

Pass 18 May 2016 150,712 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 150,497 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 150,497 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 144,368 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 139,290 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 132,920 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 126,487 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 120,562 miles

o/s/f fog light facing ground

Pass 5 Mar 2010 114,200 miles

offside front tyre on limits

slight imbalence to rear brakes

Pass 4 Mar 2009 107,323 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 99,518 miles

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

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

damage to o/s/f bumper

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

plastic sill covers fitted

slight play o/s inner rack joint

sunvisor insecure

Pass 8 Mar 2007 91,377 miles

both front wiper blades spit at ends

Pass 14 Mar 2006 84,022 miles

nail in tyre

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
Full Volvo V70 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P288 FUD is a 1997 Volvo V70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 138,461 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P288 FUD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P288 FUD?

You can check the full history of P288 FUD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P288 FUD registered?

P288 FUD is a 1997 Volvo V70, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is P288 FUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P288 FUD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P288 FUD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P288 FUD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.