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A72 OUR

1998 Volvo S70

Red Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,831 mi
Last recorded122,831 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2010
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA72 OUR
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2010 122,831 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 108,208 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 108,206 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2008 97,441 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 97,441 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 84,916 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 71,147 miles

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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A72 OUR is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Volvo S70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 112,832 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 A72 OUR, 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 28 years old, this Volvo S70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A72 OUR registered?

A72 OUR is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is A72 OUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A72 OUR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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