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R529 XND

1998 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,591 mi
Last recorded103,591 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR529 XND
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2009 103,591 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 101,549 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 100,821 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 90,740 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 76,040 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 76,040 miles

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

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

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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R529 XND is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R529 XND, 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 R529 XND registered?

R529 XND is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 8 January 1998.

Is R529 XND safe to buy?

The MOT history for R529 XND shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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