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R232 EJA

1998 Volvo C70

Turquoise Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

119,266 mi
Last recorded119,266 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2011
Typical for 1998 Volvo C70106,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR232 EJA
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Feb 2011 119,266 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 119,266 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 109,678 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 109,678 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine sump leaking oil

Pass 6 Aug 2008 98,506 miles

nearside front fog lamp lens damaged

Fail 2 Aug 2008 98,506 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Side repeater adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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 Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front fog lamp lens damaged

nearside front wing is damaged

oil dip stick missing

Pass 9 Jul 2007 87,571 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 87,571 miles

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

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 77,833 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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R232 EJA is a 1998 Volvo C70 in Turquoise with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 106,947 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 C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R232 EJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R232 EJA registered?

R232 EJA is a 1998 Volvo C70, first registered on 28 May 1998.

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