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P771 HBW

1997 Volvo S70

Green Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

200,147 mi
Last recorded200,147 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP771 HBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 200,147 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres worn very low on outer edges

engine has oil leak

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2013 195,642 miles

engine has oil leak

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Feb 2012 189,947 miles

both rear shocker bushes slightly perished

engine has oil leak

rear exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 27 Feb 2012 189,947 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear shocker bushes slightly perished

engine has oil leak

rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2011 183,885 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

both rear shocker absorber bushes slightly perished

both rear tyres slightly perished

engine has slight oil leak

fuel filter corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2010 181,136 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing low on outer edges

both rear tyre treads slightly perished

engine has oil leak

n/s/r brake disc pitted

Pass 19 Oct 2009 173,746 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 164,775 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 148,050 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 129,553 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2005 111,159 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 111,159 miles

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P771 HBW is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P771 HBW, 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 P771 HBW registered?

P771 HBW is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 28 June 1997.

Is P771 HBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P771 HBW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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