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R969 FDU

1997 Volvo V70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

170,220 mi
Last recorded170,220 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Volvo V70138,461 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR969 FDU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 170,220 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 158,526 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 154,869 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2014 151,512 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 147,312 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 143,234 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Jun 2012 143,234 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2011 136,957 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 131,230 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 125,243 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 117,667 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 29 Aug 2007 111,341 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 111,332 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 105,092 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 98,250 miles

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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R969 FDU is a 1997 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R969 FDU, 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.

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What year was R969 FDU registered?

R969 FDU is a 1997 Volvo V70, first registered on 2 September 1997.

Is R969 FDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R969 FDU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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