MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
167,158 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Outer Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
Offside Inner Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
Offside Outer Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
o/s/f inner cv boot leaking
play in n/s/f steering rack
Both front outer c.v. boots perished. †Near side rear tyre worn on inner edge.
How Reliable is the Volvo C70?
Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.
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R701 DBW is a 1998 Volvo C70 in Gold with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1998 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 106,947 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R701 DBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R701 DBW registered?
R701 DBW is a 1998 Volvo C70, first registered on 6 April 1998.
Is R701 DBW safe to buy?
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