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R430 FWT

1998 Volvo Unknown

White Diesel 9600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

474,249 mi
Last recorded474,249 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Volvo Unknown158,975 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR430 FWT
MakeVolvo
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine9,600cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 474,249 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil tank for engine damp with oil but not dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall kerb damaged worn low but no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear end both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel tank straps corroded

hose between middle fuel tank and offside tank perished / cracked but not leaking

Fail 19 Mar 2021 474,249 miles

Nearside Brake warning device not identifying low pressure nearside of two air guages stuck on high no air in system (1.1.4 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil tank for engine damp with oil but not dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall kerb damaged worn low but no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear end both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel tank straps corroded

hose between middle fuel tank and offside tank perished / cracked but not leaking

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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R430 FWT is a 1998 Volvo Unknown in White with a 9,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Volvo Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 158,975 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 28 years old, this Volvo Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R430 FWT registered?

R430 FWT is a 1998 Volvo Unknown, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R430 FWT safe to buy?

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