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R114 BLF

1998 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,937 mi
Last recorded85,937 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2006
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR114 BLF
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2006 85,937 miles

1/ offside cv gaiter cracking

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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R114 BLF is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R114 BLF, 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.

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What year was R114 BLF registered?

R114 BLF is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R114 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R114 BLF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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