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S239 JJM

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

237,194 mi
Last recorded237,194 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS239 JJM
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2009 237,194 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

adv on n/s/r tyre light crackes

Fail 20 Mar 2009 237,194 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

adv on n/s/r tyre light crackes

Pass 13 Mar 2008 229,289 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 201,232 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2007 201,232 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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S239 JJM is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S239 JJM, 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

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What year was S239 JJM registered?

S239 JJM is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 29 September 1998.

Is S239 JJM safe to buy?

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