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R185 DVT

1998 Volvo V70

Bronze Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

224,493 mi
Last recorded224,493 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Volvo V70132,990 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR185 DVT
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 224,493 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 212,223 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 191,872 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 191,872 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Dangerous! ready to pop out! (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Dangerous (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 181,991 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 171,030 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 170,913 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 161,628 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 161,594 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 152,957 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2014 152,773 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2013 145,748 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2012 132,454 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 132,086 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 125,798 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 6 Dec 2011 125,798 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

rear brake discs pitted inside

Pass 30 Nov 2010 117,943 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 108,181 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 97,507 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 85,416 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 75,995 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 75,995 miles

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

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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R185 DVT is a 1998 Volvo V70 in Bronze with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 R185 DVT, 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 R185 DVT registered?

R185 DVT is a 1998 Volvo V70, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R185 DVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R185 DVT shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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