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P374 CAY

1997 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

261,554 mi
Last recorded261,554 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP374 CAY
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2022 261,554 miles

centre to rear exhaust system looks to be corroded, blowing slightly on welding repair, joints.

Fail 13 Jun 2022 261,544 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

centre to rear exhaust system looks to be corroded, blowing slightly on welding repair, joints.

Pass 3 Mar 2021 256,362 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 249,439 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 238,589 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 224,957 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 211,283 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 196,145 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 183,009 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 170,222 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 158,927 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both headlamps/covers deteriorated

Fail 2 Apr 2013 158,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both headlamps/covers deteriorated

Pass 8 Mar 2012 152,665 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 Mar 2012 152,665 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 148,528 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 143,094 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 141,060 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 137,170 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 130,800 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 120,857 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 120,857 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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P374 CAY is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P374 CAY, 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 P374 CAY registered?

P374 CAY is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 9 May 1997.

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