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P31 FUD

1997 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

157,737 mi
Last recorded157,737 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 FUD
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 157,737 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 151,257 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 144,436 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 144,433 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 135,123 miles

front discs slightly worn

Pass 27 Apr 2010 126,931 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 119,440 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 113,811 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 100,845 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 87,025 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 73,514 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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P31 FUD is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,435cc 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 P31 FUD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P31 FUD registered?

P31 FUD is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P31 FUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P31 FUD 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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