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R536 MEC

1998 Volvo S70

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,842 mi
Last recorded122,842 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR536 MEC
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 122,842 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 122,270 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 120,130 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 117,777 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 117,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 117,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 114,766 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 114,760 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 111,400 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 107,741 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 103,943 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 100,249 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 96,832 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 96,832 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 May 2011 92,644 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 88,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 83,566 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 78,060 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 71,663 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 66,110 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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R536 MEC is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R536 MEC, 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 R536 MEC registered?

R536 MEC is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is R536 MEC safe to buy?

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