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MOT Valid

1997 Volvo Alexander 5.5L Diesel · P701 BTA

P701 BTA

1997 Volvo Alexander (5.5L, diesel). First registered 07/03/1997. Recorded mileage 325,732 miles. MOT valid until 23/01/2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO ALEXANDER
Year / Origin
1997 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 23/01/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
325,732 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 5.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 23/01/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
1997
Engine
5480cc

P701 BTA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/01/2026
  • 325,732 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
! Older vehicle
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P701 BTA Mileage History

  1. 16/04/2024325,734 mi
  2. 20/07/2024325,734 mi
  3. 26/07/2024325,739 mi+5 mi
  4. 10/01/2026325,734 km
  5. 24/01/2026325,732 mi

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

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

P701 BTA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 05:54
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 1997 Volvo Alexander (P701 BTA) between April 2024 and January 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 24 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingres”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”.

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