1987 Volvo 700 Series 2.4L Diesel · E155 FFV
1987 Volvo 700 Series (2.4L, diesel). First registered 11 Sept 1987. Recorded mileage 255,302 miles. MOT expired on 10 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO 700 Series
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 255,302 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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E155 FFV Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2025
- 255,302 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E155 FFV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Volvo 700 Series (E155 FFV) between November 2021 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
E155 FFV Mileage History
- 23/11/2021232,444 mi
- 12/08/2023238,846 mi+6,402 mi
- 10/08/2024247,043 mi+8,197 mi
- 11/08/2025255,302 mi+8,259 mi
Average of roughly 6,153 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
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