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P469 HBW

1997 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,054 mi
Last recorded91,054 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP469 HBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2010 91,054 miles

slight deterioration to osf headlight reflector.

Pass 9 Feb 2009 87,247 miles

both head light reflectors starting to look dull.

Pass 19 Feb 2008 84,094 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 80,568 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2007 80,568 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 77,585 miles

Inner Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

both rear tyrestread wearing uneven

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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P469 HBW is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,435cc 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 P469 HBW, 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 P469 HBW registered?

P469 HBW is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is P469 HBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P469 HBW 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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