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1989 Volvo 700 Series 2.8L Petrol · F585 LNM

F585 LNM

1989 Volvo 700 Series (2.8L, petrol). First registered 17 Jan 1989. Recorded mileage 103,724 miles. MOT valid until 08 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO 700 Series
Year / Origin
1989 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 08 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
103,724 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 08 Apr 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1989
Engine
2849cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The roadworthiness status of this Volvo 700 Series is excellent, demonstrating a stable and exemplary maintenance trend backed by a clean pass on April 7, 2026, at 103,724 miles. The record shows an unbroken sequence of first-time test passes stretching back to April 2022, with zero advisories or failure points logged during this recent five-year window. Such a flawless diagnostic sheet indicates diligent upkeep and regular preventative care by the previous custodian. The vehicle displays a remarkably low average mileage accumulation of roughly 2,803 miles per year across its 37-year lifespan, sitting at a modest 103,724 miles on the odometer. Mileage progression between consecutive tests remains exceptionally consistent, averaging around one to two thousand miles annually without any suspicious gaps of inactivity or storage-related dormancy. This gentle usage pattern suggests the classic chassis has escaped the heavy-duty wear typically associated with high-mileage daily commuting. Despite the pristine MOT paperwork, physical inspection requires careful scrutiny of areas vulnerable to age-related degradation on older platforms. Potential buyers should prioritize a thorough examination of the structural integrity, checking the floorpans, sills, and chassis members for hidden corrosion that older testing methods might miss. Mechanical checks must focus on rubber suspension bushes, brake lines, and flexible hoses, as age often degrades these components regardless of low mileage accumulation.

F585 LNM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2026
  • 103,724 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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F585 LNM Mileage History

  1. 04/04/202296,626 mi
  2. 29/03/202397,944 mi+1,318 mi
  3. 08/04/2024100,078 mi+2,134 mi
  4. 31/03/2025102,016 mi+1,938 mi
  5. 07/04/2026103,724 mi+1,708 mi

Average of roughly 1,771 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

F585 LNM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Volvo 700 Series (F585 LNM) between April 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY