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FEZ 5431

1997 Volvo C70

Gold Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,424 mi
Last recorded83,424 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Volvo C7097,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEZ 5431
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 83,424 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 82,262 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 80,616 miles

n/s front tyre cracking but not to cords

Pass 5 Mar 2010 77,654 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear tyre cracking but not to cords

Pass 26 Apr 2008 75,858 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 70,075 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 67,050 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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FEZ 5431 is a 1997 Volvo C70 in Gold with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 97,712 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FEZ 5431, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FEZ 5431?

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What year was FEZ 5431 registered?

FEZ 5431 is a 1997 Volvo C70, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is FEZ 5431 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEZ 5431 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FEZ 5431 have outstanding finance?

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