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R980 FKX

1997 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

114,106 mi
Last recorded114,106 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Volvo V70138,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR980 FKX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 114,106 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front anti roll bar links (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated clamp on fuel tank filler hose corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 111,394 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel tank slightly loose clamp on fuel tank neck corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 108,827 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged slight cracking on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2023 106,375 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2022 102,843 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 99,140 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 96,617 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 96,607 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 96,198 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 95,325 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 94,126 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 92,729 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 92,493 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 91,513 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 87,780 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 83,009 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 77,404 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 73,475 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 68,886 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 68,886 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 63,760 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 57,397 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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R980 FKX is a 1997 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R980 FKX, 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 R980 FKX registered?

R980 FKX is a 1997 Volvo V70, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R980 FKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R980 FKX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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