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R696 DNH

1997 Volvo Unknown

White Diesel 9600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,378 mi
Last recorded114,378 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Volvo Unknown119,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR696 DNH
MakeVolvo
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine9,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 114,378 miles

Front intermediate drop arm slight side movement in pivot bush

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front of axle outer edge to body (6.1.1 (c) (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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R696 DNH is a 1997 Volvo Unknown in White with a 9,600cc 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 R696 DNH registered?

R696 DNH is a 1997 Volvo Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R696 DNH safe to buy?

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