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R36 TFJ

1998 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,662 mi
Last recorded91,662 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 TFJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2012 91,662 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 91,662 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 86,536 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 79,415 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 79,415 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 72,412 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 64,994 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 57,857 miles

N/S/R TYRE ON 1.6mm LIMIT

Pass 10 Apr 2006 50,110 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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R36 TFJ is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R36 TFJ, 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 R36 TFJ registered?

R36 TFJ is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is R36 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 TFJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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