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R164 STF

1998 Volvo V70

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

156,824 mi
Last recorded156,824 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Volvo V70132,990 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 STF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2014 156,824 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 156,402 miles

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 155,683 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 155,021 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 155,018 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 154,029 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 154,029 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 153,020 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 153,020 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 145,858 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 145,375 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 134,990 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 134,912 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2006 107,564 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2006 106,418 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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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R164 STF is a 1998 Volvo V70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R164 STF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R164 STF registered?

R164 STF is a 1998 Volvo V70, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R164 STF safe to buy?

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