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PCZ 112

1998 Volvo V70

Silver Lpg 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

315,642 mi
Last recorded315,642 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Volvo V70132,990 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCZ 112
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 315,642 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 308,716 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 301,429 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 294,425 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))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 294,370 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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 9 Oct 2020 289,781 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 279,696 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 267,842 miles

Offside Front Top suspension mounting worn

Pass 7 Jul 2017 255,123 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 241,124 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 228,116 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 213,579 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 201,507 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 189,160 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 178,048 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 168,431 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 158,760 miles

cracking on front brake hoses

slight play in nearside lower ball joint

Pass 11 Jul 2008 147,524 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 135,731 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 124,464 miles

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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PCZ 112 is a 1998 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,435cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 PCZ 112, 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 PCZ 112 registered?

PCZ 112 is a 1998 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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