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P708 VGN

1997 Volvo S70

Red Diesel 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

134,143 mi
Last recorded134,143 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP708 VGN
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2009 134,143 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2009 134,143 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Nov 2008 122,128 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 122,128 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 113,883 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 113,879 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 109,145 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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P708 VGN is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,319cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P708 VGN, 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 P708 VGN registered?

P708 VGN is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P708 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P708 VGN shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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