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R270 LGH

1997 Volvo Unknown

Multi-colour Diesel 9600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Volvo Unknown119,538 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR270 LGH
MakeVolvo
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine9,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025
Pass 9 Oct 2024
Pass 28 Sep 2023 25,612 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023
Pass 6 Sep 2022
Fail 27 Aug 2022
Pass 6 Sep 2021 21,540 miles

Air/vacuum reservoir slightly corroded several air tanks (1.1.9 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis between axles (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all of underside components generally rusted and corroded

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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R270 LGH is a 1997 Volvo Unknown in Multi-colour with a 9,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 R270 LGH registered?

R270 LGH is a 1997 Volvo Unknown, first registered on 7 October 1997.

Is R270 LGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R270 LGH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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