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P357 XGD

1997 Volvo S70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

168,731 mi
Last recorded168,731 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP357 XGD
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2011 168,731 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 168,658 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 152,013 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 147,402 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

o/s iner cv boot

Fail 7 Apr 2009 147,402 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

o/s iner cv boot

Pass 10 Apr 2008 134,035 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 134,035 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 124,190 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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P357 XGD is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P357 XGD, 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 P357 XGD registered?

P357 XGD is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P357 XGD safe to buy?

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