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R76 VLK

1998 Volvo S70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,197 mi
Last recorded154,197 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR76 VLK
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2015 154,197 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 154,197 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 148,495 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 2 Jan 2013 141,172 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 134,430 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 126,921 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 126,905 miles

Offside Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 119,744 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 110,941 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 101,174 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 92,018 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 81,463 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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R76 VLK is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R76 VLK, 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 R76 VLK registered?

R76 VLK is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R76 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R76 VLK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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