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P676 HBW

1997 Volvo 700 Series

Turquoise Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

100,368 mi
Last recorded100,368 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Volvo 700 Series97,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP676 HBW
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 100,368 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2018 100,368 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 99,460 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 97,567 miles

exhaust corroded slightly

headlamps misted slightly

n/s/r jacking point corroded

slight engine oil leek

slight play inn/s/f track rod end

Fail 15 Dec 2016 97,564 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement binding (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

exhaust corroded slightly

headlamps misted slightly

n/s/r jacking point corroded

rear pads getting low

slight engine oil leek

slight play inn/s/f track rod end

Pass 16 Dec 2015 96,912 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 92,883 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 90,720 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 88,204 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 85,713 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 85,713 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 84,023 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 81,563 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 79,256 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 76,456 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 73,747 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 71,054 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 700 Series?

Based on 194,851 MOT tests across 35,371 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
2,905
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
35,371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,445
position lamp(s) not working 8,496
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 7,523
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,408
Registration plate lamp not working 6,696
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P676 HBW is a 1997 Volvo 700 Series in Turquoise with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 97,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 700 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,445 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P676 HBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 700 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Volvo 700 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P676 HBW registered?

P676 HBW is a 1997 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P676 HBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P676 HBW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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