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PLZ 6605

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

225,599 mi
Last recorded225,599 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLZ 6605
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2008 225,599 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 220,200 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 218,490 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 218,483 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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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PLZ 6605 is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PLZ 6605, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLZ 6605 registered?

PLZ 6605 is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is PLZ 6605 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLZ 6605 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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