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P399 FUD

1997 Volvo S70

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

84,404 mi
Last recorded84,404 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP399 FUD
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 19 Jan 2018 84,404 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 82,808 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 82,808 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 80,950 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 80,947 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 79,779 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear tyre starting to wear unevenly

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

slight power steering fluid leak

Pass 22 Jan 2014 78,016 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 75,579 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 72,967 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 72,967 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 70,902 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 67,675 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 64,428 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 60,842 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 57,386 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 57,386 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 52,600 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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P399 FUD is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P399 FUD, 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 P399 FUD registered?

P399 FUD is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 22 April 1997.

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