MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
169,744 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
rear exhaust sec tion corroded
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
slightly leaking power steering rack
How Reliable is the Volvo V70?
Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.
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R988 GMJ is a 1997 Volvo V70 in Turquoise with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 R988 GMJ, 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 R988 GMJ registered?
R988 GMJ is a 1997 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 December 1997.
Is R988 GMJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R988 GMJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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