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R217 HMW

1998 Volvo S70

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

118,118 mi
Last recorded118,118 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR217 HMW
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2017 118,118 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Mar 2016 113,879 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2015 109,199 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2014 104,538 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2013 99,166 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 95,135 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2012 95,052 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 89,928 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2011 89,927 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 84,932 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Apr 2009 80,127 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 80,127 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 74,102 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 69,245 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 62,772 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 63,729 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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R217 HMW is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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

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 R217 HMW, 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 R217 HMW registered?

R217 HMW is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 28 January 1998.

Is R217 HMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R217 HMW shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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