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D652 MKJ

1987 Volvo 700 Series

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

223,098 mi
Last recorded223,098 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2011
Typical for 1987 Volvo 700 Series151,706 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD652 MKJ
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2011 223,098 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 223,086 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front wiper worn

Pass 11 Jun 2010 223,020 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2010 223,002 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 28 May 2009 222,927 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 May 2009 222,927 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 May 2008 222,768 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 222,768 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 May 2007 221,586 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 220,582 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 700 Series?

Based on 194,851 MOT tests across 35,371 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
2,905
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
35,371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,445
position lamp(s) not working 8,496
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 7,523
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,408
Registration plate lamp not working 6,696
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D652 MKJ is a 1987 Volvo 700 Series in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 151,706 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo 700 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,445 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D652 MKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 700 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this Volvo 700 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D652 MKJ registered?

D652 MKJ is a 1987 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 5 January 1987.

Is D652 MKJ safe to buy?

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