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R571 YBW

1998 Volvo S70

Turquoise Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,225 mi
Last recorded109,225 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR571 YBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2013 109,225 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 109,810 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 2 Sep 2011 109,810 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 105,817 miles

front registration plate detoriated

Fail 9 Jul 2010 105,817 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

front registration plate detoriated

Pass 1 Apr 2009 94,681 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 82,021 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 75,281 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 67,167 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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R571 YBW is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Turquoise with a 2,319cc 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 R571 YBW, 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 R571 YBW registered?

R571 YBW is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is R571 YBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R571 YBW 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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