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F14 DGM

1997 Volvo S70

Gold Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

65,949 mi
Last recorded65,949 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF14 DGM
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 65,949 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 61,896 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 57,908 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 54,105 miles

Offside Front 1 of 2 front fog lights inoperative

Offside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Nov 2022 54,105 miles

Offside Front 1 of 2 front fog lights inoperative

Offside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 48,046 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner faces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inside rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear exhaust hangers broken but exhaust is secure.

Pass 13 Nov 2020 41,323 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner faces worn/pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner tie rod. ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 32,062 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 31,464 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 24,843 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 16,005 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 15,452 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 15,416 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 15,394 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 15,292 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 12,898 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 11,375 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 11,295 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 11,267 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 11,204 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 10,921 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 9,590 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 9,590 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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F14 DGM is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Gold with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1997 Volvo S70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 117,100 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 F14 DGM, 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 29 years old, this Volvo S70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F14 DGM is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 21 August 1997.

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