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P488 AUD

1996 Volvo S70

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

215,377 mi
Last recorded215,377 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2008
Typical for 1996 Volvo S70108,497 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP488 AUD
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2008 215,377 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 200,778 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 200,778 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 183,146 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 165,406 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Volvo S70?

Based on 77,770 MOT tests across 7,179 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,223
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,207
position lamp(s) not working 2,216
Direction indicator incorrect colour 2,212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,143
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P488 AUD is a 1996 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Volvo S70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 108,497 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S70 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 3,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P488 AUD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 30 years old, this Volvo S70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P488 AUD registered?

P488 AUD is a 1996 Volvo S70, first registered on 17 December 1996.

Is P488 AUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P488 AUD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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