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P429 DWL

1997 Volvo S70

Green Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

188,003 mi
Last recorded188,003 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP429 DWL
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2014 188,003 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 175,708 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 170,167 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Oct 2012 170,167 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2011 164,296 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 160,339 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 149,222 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 138,821 miles

dip beam horizon is not defined.

Pass 23 Oct 2007 127,300 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 111,698 miles

front discs worn

front pads low

rear discs worn

rear pads low

very slight play in n/s track rod end

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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P429 DWL is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P429 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 P429 DWL registered?

P429 DWL is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P429 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P429 DWL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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