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R984 XWL

1998 Volvo S70

Turquoise Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

71,726 mi
Last recorded71,726 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR984 XWL
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 71,726 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 71,699 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 71,628 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 71,564 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 70,969 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 69,391 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 67,776 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front (3.6.B.4d)

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2017 66,190 miles

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2016 64,553 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 62,984 miles

front brake pads getting low

n/s front anti roll bar link upper ball joint dust cover adrift

Pass 17 Mar 2014 60,888 miles

Both Rear Shock Absorber Bushes Perishing

Pass 21 Mar 2013 58,144 miles

front discs have a slight lip

Fail 21 Mar 2013 58,140 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front discs have a slight lip

Fail 15 Mar 2012 54,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 54,973 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 52,248 miles

brake pedal a little soft

Pass 16 Mar 2010 50,099 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 47,937 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 44,808 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 41,064 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 37,088 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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R984 XWL is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Turquoise with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R984 XWL, 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 R984 XWL registered?

R984 XWL is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 6 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R984 XWL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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