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R23 SGC

1998 Volvo C70

Purple Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

197,194 mi
Last recorded197,194 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 1998 Volvo C70106,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 SGC
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 197,194 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2014 184,330 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

drivers seat does not fold down

nearside rear tyre perrished

Pass 26 Nov 2014 184,330 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

drivers seat does not fold down

nearside rear tyre perrished

Pass 4 Dec 2013 179,174 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 171,983 miles

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)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 162,738 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 162,727 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2010 153,488 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 30 Nov 2009 145,142 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 145,142 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 136,012 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2007 124,703 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 115,701 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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R23 SGC is a 1998 Volvo C70 in Purple with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R23 SGC, 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 R23 SGC registered?

R23 SGC is a 1998 Volvo C70, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R23 SGC safe to buy?

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