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P389 DWL

1997 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,562 mi
Last recorded158,562 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 DWL
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2011 158,562 miles

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 20 Jan 2010 146,653 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2009 140,696 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 140,696 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 137,755 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 134,208 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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P389 DWL is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P389 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 P389 DWL registered?

P389 DWL is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P389 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P389 DWL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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