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R20 JPC

1998 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

150,283 mi
Last recorded150,283 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR20 JPC
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 150,283 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases over axle pipe multiple holes (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front fog light inop.

Fail 23 Mar 2021 150,174 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases over axle pipe multiple holes (6.1.2 (a))

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))

Offside Front fog light inop.

Pass 11 Mar 2020 139,542 miles

Offside Front FOG INOP.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases OVER AXLE PIPE HOLED (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3/4MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

LAMBDA WARNING LIGHT ON (PRE 2003)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin APPROX 2.5MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 129,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 126,338 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 121,156 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 115,743 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 110,069 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 104,564 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 98,705 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 92,570 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 87,653 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 80,482 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 75,118 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 69,295 miles

front wipers starting to streak

Pass 12 Mar 2007 62,787 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 55,194 miles

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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R20 JPC is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R20 JPC, 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 R20 JPC registered?

R20 JPC is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R20 JPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R20 JPC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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