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R224 LGP

1998 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

211,347 mi
Last recorded211,347 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Volvo V70132,990 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR224 LGP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 211,347 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front door mirror glass cracked

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 208,403 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear tyre slight wear on the inner side

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 208,403 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear tyre slight wear on the inner side

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 204,833 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 202,263 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 202,263 miles

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

Front Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 196,942 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 192,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 192,262 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 186,095 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 179,159 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 179,159 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

throttle pedal very stiff

Pass 2 Aug 2010 171,588 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 164,004 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 157,039 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 149,254 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 149,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

offside rear tyre starting wear from inner wall

Pass 12 Jul 2006 139,593 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 139,587 miles

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2005 125,700 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2005 125,500 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear 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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R224 LGP is a 1998 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R224 LGP, 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 R224 LGP registered?

R224 LGP is a 1998 Volvo V70, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is R224 LGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R224 LGP shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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