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P748 TEG

1997 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

127,926 mi
Last recorded127,926 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP748 TEG
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 127,926 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 127,526 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 125,532 miles

rear exhaust bracket detatched

Pass 6 Jun 2016 123,015 miles

HEAD LAMPS SHOWING MISTING OVER ESPECIALLY O/S

PARK BRAKE JUST MEETS MOT CRITERIA AT THIS TIME

Pass 16 Jun 2015 110,410 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 108,063 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 100,063 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 91,504 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 84,452 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 84,449 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 75,232 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 67,808 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 67,808 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 61,469 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 53,799 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 47,211 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 40,471 miles

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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P748 TEG is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P748 TEG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P748 TEG registered?

P748 TEG is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 4 July 1997.

Is P748 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P748 TEG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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