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R532 BPU

1998 Volvo S70

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

87,039 mi
Last recorded87,039 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR532 BPU
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 87,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 87,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 78,797 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 78,610 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 76,186 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 73,422 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 70,141 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 70,141 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 69,791 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 69,791 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 69,222 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 69,222 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 68,330 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 67,344 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 65,697 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 65,697 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 63,772 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 62,064 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 62,064 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 59,782 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 58,209 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 54,595 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 53,105 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 47,468 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 41,146 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 35,879 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 31,008 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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R532 BPU is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 R532 BPU, 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 R532 BPU registered?

R532 BPU is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R532 BPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R532 BPU shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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