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B4 VYC

1998 Volvo V70

Orange Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

156,202 mi
Last recorded156,202 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Volvo V70132,990 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 VYC
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 156,202 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2016 152,708 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 149,138 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 144,172 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 135,856 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 132,049 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 123,852 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 121,764 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 114,230 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Outer Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Outer Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 107,972 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 97,748 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 96,993 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 96,993 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 96,955 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 96,955 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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B4 VYC is a 1998 Volvo V70 in Orange with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 132,990 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B4 VYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B4 VYC registered?

B4 VYC is a 1998 Volvo V70, first registered on 28 January 1998.

Is B4 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 VYC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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