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P548 RUR

1997 Volvo S70

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

305,643 mi
Last recorded305,643 miles
Recorded on26 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP548 RUR
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2011 305,643 miles

Brake warning indicates a fault

Nearside beam pattern adversely affected

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2010 291,489 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2009 272,811 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 May 2008 257,378 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2007 242,892 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 273,228 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS/ AND PADS WONR BADLY.

REAR BRAKE DISCS AND REAR PADS ONLY JUST WITHIN MOT LIMITS,..........

REAR TYRES BADLY WORN .

Fail 12 Jun 2006 273,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyre's excesive wear, outer shoulder

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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P548 RUR is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P548 RUR, 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 P548 RUR registered?

P548 RUR is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P548 RUR safe to buy?

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