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R168 VPU

1997 Volvo Unknown

Multi-colour Diesel 17000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,202 mi
Last recorded43,202 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Volvo Unknown119,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR168 VPU
MakeVolvo
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine17,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2023 43,202 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis generally corroded front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer body side rails (6.1.1 (d) (i))

How Reliable is the Volvo Unknown?

Based on 9,254 MOT tests across 5,761 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
6,095
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
5,761
On UK Roads
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R168 VPU is a 1997 Volvo Unknown in Multi-colour with a 17,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Volvo Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 119,538 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Volvo Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Volvo Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R168 VPU registered?

R168 VPU is a 1997 Volvo Unknown, first registered on 2 September 1997.

Is R168 VPU safe to buy?

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