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P352 DWL

1997 Volvo S70

Grey Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

114,188 mi
Last recorded114,188 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP352 DWL
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 114,188 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 5 Apr 2024 114,188 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 109,861 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 106,586 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 106,577 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 102,989 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 102,603 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 101,429 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 100,177 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 100,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2015 97,924 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 97,924 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 96,445 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 96,445 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 92,680 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 88,447 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 88,447 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 85,073 miles

Nearside front tyre scrubbed

Nearside rear tyre cracking

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear tyre cracking

Sill covers fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2010 80,124 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 77,009 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 74,711 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 71,497 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 71,497 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 67,233 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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P352 DWL is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Grey with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 P352 DWL, 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 P352 DWL registered?

P352 DWL is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 17 March 1997.

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