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R986 HHO

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,800 mi
Last recorded151,800 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR986 HHO
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 151,800 miles

Both front fog light broken

Fail 6 Jun 2016 151,800 miles

Both front fog light broken

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance Side light dim (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 143,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 133,646 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 127,618 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 120,704 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2011 114,921 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 114,921 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 108,344 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 99,968 miles

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

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

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

nearside front wiper blade slightly split

Pass 7 Jun 2008 91,087 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 77,065 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 66,165 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 66,165 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2006 66,089 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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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R986 HHO is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R986 HHO, 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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R986 HHO is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 11 June 1998.

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