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H4 SNB

1997 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

220,441 mi
Last recorded220,441 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Volvo S70117,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH4 SNB
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 220,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 216,689 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 213,587 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 209,254 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 204,636 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 199,892 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 194,297 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 186,180 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 179,439 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 173,587 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 165,578 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 156,064 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 156,064 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 146,306 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 138,068 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 130,267 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 120,984 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 115,142 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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H4 SNB is a 1997 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 H4 SNB, 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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What year was H4 SNB registered?

H4 SNB is a 1997 Volvo S70, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is H4 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H4 SNB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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