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R469 RRA

1997 Volvo Unknown

Multi-colour Diesel 9600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

619,662 mi
Last recorded619,662 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Volvo Unknown119,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR469 RRA
MakeVolvo
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine9,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 619,662 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper All outline marker lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 618,310 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 49 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 61,930 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

hub caps fitted not able to check wheel nuts (x4 wheels)

Fail 10 Oct 2022 61,926 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front cam bush worn (brakes)

Nearside Rear cam bush (brakes)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

hub caps fitted not able to check wheel nuts (x4 wheels)

Pass 23 Jul 2021 61,803 miles

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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R469 RRA is a 1997 Volvo Unknown in Multi-colour with a 9,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R469 RRA registered?

R469 RRA is a 1997 Volvo Unknown, first registered on 1 December 1997.

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