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R623 ONK

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,346 mi
Last recorded52,346 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR623 ONK
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2014 52,346 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 49,854 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 46,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s wash jet blocked 1 of 2

o/s repeater colour poor

rear exhaust support corroded, broken

Pass 6 Jun 2012 46,580 miles

n/s wash jet blocked 1 of 2

o/s repeater colour poor

rear exhaust support corroded, broken

Pass 22 Mar 2011 42,832 miles

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

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

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

offside tyre cut but not showing cord

Fail 22 Mar 2011 42,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

offside tyre cut but not showing cord

Pass 4 Mar 2010 39,379 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both wiper blades starting to split

Pass 20 Jun 2009 37,193 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 33,313 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 29,672 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 26,091 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 26,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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R623 ONK is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R623 ONK, 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 R623 ONK registered?

R623 ONK is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is R623 ONK safe to buy?

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