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P322 TVC

1997 Volvo S70

White Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

102,698 mi
Last recorded102,698 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP322 TVC
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2009 102,698 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 95,776 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 18 Apr 2008 95,678 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 82,659 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 82,195 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 69,892 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 69,892 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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P322 TVC is a 1997 Volvo S70 in White with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P322 TVC, 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 P322 TVC registered?

P322 TVC is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is P322 TVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P322 TVC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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