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P317 MKN

1997 Volvo V70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,187 mi
Last recorded161,187 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Volvo V70138,461 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP317 MKN
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2011 161,187 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Jun 2010 152,463 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 142,841 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 134,435 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s wiper poor

Pass 11 Jul 2007 122,674 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 122,672 miles

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

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

ecu warning light illuminated

play in nearside steering rack end not excessive

Fail 30 Aug 2006 113,612 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 113,612 miles

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
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P317 MKN is a 1997 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P317 MKN, 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.

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What year was P317 MKN registered?

P317 MKN is a 1997 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P317 MKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P317 MKN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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