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P311 KBL

1997 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,969 mi
Last recorded90,969 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP311 KBL
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 90,969 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 90,331 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 88,668 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 88,413 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 88,413 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2011 86,929 miles

rear exhaust mount in poor condition

Pass 6 Jan 2010 85,307 miles

Nearside Rear 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 9 Jan 2009 83,713 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 82,773 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2006 81,704 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 74,847 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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P311 KBL is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P311 KBL, 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 P311 KBL registered?

P311 KBL is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P311 KBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P311 KBL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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