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R973 GAC

1997 Volvo V70

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,319 mi
Last recorded131,319 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Volvo V70138,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR973 GAC
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 131,319 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2016 130,150 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 128,901 miles

both front tyres cut on tread

Fail 20 Aug 2015 128,901 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 127,381 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 125,710 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 124,359 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 123,055 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 120,007 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 15 Jun 2010 120,005 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 114,198 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 114,197 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 105,658 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 105,655 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 97,932 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 90,929 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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R973 GAC is a 1997 Volvo V70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R973 GAC, 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 R973 GAC registered?

R973 GAC is a 1997 Volvo V70, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R973 GAC safe to buy?

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