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R443 DDA

1997 Volvo S70

Turquoise Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,326 mi
Last recorded130,326 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2006
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR443 DDA
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2006 130,326 miles

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

Oil leak

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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R443 DDA is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Turquoise with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R443 DDA, 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 R443 DDA registered?

R443 DDA is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R443 DDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R443 DDA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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