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R272 UMJ

1998 Volvo S70

Turquoise Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,673 mi
Last recorded87,673 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR272 UMJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2010 87,673 miles

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

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

o/s/f anti-roll b ar dust cover split.

outer sills covered.

slight damage to both wing mirrors, recommend attention.

slight damage to o/s/f inner tyre wall.

slight grease leak to both front outer cv boots, recommend attention.

tested wet.

Pass 21 Mar 2009 77,957 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 73,045 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 69,447 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2006 62,862 miles

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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R272 UMJ is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Turquoise with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R272 UMJ, 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 R272 UMJ registered?

R272 UMJ is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is R272 UMJ safe to buy?

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