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R263 SKH

1998 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,483 mi
Last recorded129,483 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Volvo C70106,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR263 SKH
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2021 129,483 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

steering stiff on lock to lock checks

Pass 22 Oct 2019 127,807 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 124,702 miles

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

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 122,403 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement All (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 122,402 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement All (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 119,404 miles

Corroded underside but still solid

Pass 24 Jul 2015 116,772 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 106,471 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 102,274 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 96,716 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 85,581 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 79,320 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Jun 2010 79,320 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

tracksion control light on

Pass 17 Jun 2009 70,585 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 70,585 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 66,380 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 59,072 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 51,789 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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R263 SKH is a 1998 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R263 SKH, 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 R263 SKH registered?

R263 SKH is a 1998 Volvo C70, first registered on 6 June 1998.

Is R263 SKH safe to buy?

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