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R799 SJM

1997 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2011
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

199,325 mi
Last recorded199,325 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Volvo V70138,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR799 SJM
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2010 199,325 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 199,325 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 192,504 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 192,504 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 184,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Dec 2008 184,536 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 164,600 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 164,600 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 163,991 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 163,991 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 31 Jan 2007 161,850 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 155,825 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 155,825 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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R799 SJM is a 1997 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

Across all 1997 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 138,461 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R799 SJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R799 SJM registered?

R799 SJM is a 1997 Volvo V70, first registered on 10 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R799 SJM shows 13 tests with a 46.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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