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R340 KMV

1998 Volvo S70

White Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,345 mi
Last recorded99,345 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR340 KMV
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 99,345 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 85,231 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 85,230 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 76,989 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 73,394 miles

1 of 2 bonnet retaining catches inoperative

Pass 2 Sep 2011 72,464 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 13 Sep 2010 71,507 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 69,956 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 14 Apr 2008 66,516 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 62,459 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 2 Apr 2007 62,459 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 58,986 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 58,983 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R340 KMV is a 1998 Volvo S70 in White with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R340 KMV, 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 R340 KMV registered?

R340 KMV is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R340 KMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R340 KMV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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