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R760 VKX

1998 Volvo S70

Black Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

133,225 mi
Last recorded133,225 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR760 VKX
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 133,225 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 133,225 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 133,069 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 132,570 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 129,004 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 120,682 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 113,166 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 112,904 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 102,877 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 91,125 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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R760 VKX is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Black with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R760 VKX, 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

How do I check the history of R760 VKX?

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What year was R760 VKX registered?

R760 VKX is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R760 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R760 VKX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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