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R983 FKX

1997 Volvo V70

Red Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

88,776 mi
Last recorded88,776 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Volvo V70138,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR983 FKX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 88,776 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight play in inner tie rod ends both sides

Pass 16 Jul 2019 88,216 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 85,771 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 83,424 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 82,090 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 80,336 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 78,152 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 76,583 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 73,422 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 71,275 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 69,067 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 69,067 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 63,530 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

UNABLE TO SEE INNER SURFACE OF REAR DISC/S

Pass 11 May 2007 60,484 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 57,161 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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R983 FKX is a 1997 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R983 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 R983 FKX registered?

R983 FKX is a 1997 Volvo V70, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is R983 FKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R983 FKX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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