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R32 NTL

1998 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

180,771 mi
Last recorded180,771 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 NTL
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 180,771 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 174,263 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 174,263 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 163,370 miles

Rear brakes noisey

Pass 22 Jan 2018 152,738 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

damage to n/s front bumper

hazard switch loose on one side

rear brakes noisey

Pass 18 Jan 2017 141,703 miles

rear exhaust bracket corroding

Fail 18 Jan 2017 141,703 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

rear exhaust bracket corroding

Pass 22 Jan 2016 127,868 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 127,868 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working and rear (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 116,340 miles

o/s rear tyre waering on inner edge

Pass 19 Jun 2014 109,988 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 109,988 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 99,100 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2013 99,040 miles

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

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

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

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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R32 NTL is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R32 NTL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R32 NTL registered?

R32 NTL is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R32 NTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R32 NTL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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