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P4 SDE

1997 Volvo S70

Red Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

210,744 mi
Last recorded210,744 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP4 SDE
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2009 210,744 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 206,090 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 198,857 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 181,832 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 181,814 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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P4 SDE is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P4 SDE, 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 P4 SDE registered?

P4 SDE is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P4 SDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P4 SDE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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