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S261 RNK

1999 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,676 mi
Last recorded43,676 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2008
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS261 RNK
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2008 43,676 miles

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

Oil leak

o/s front indicater lense missing and slight crack n/s rear light unit

Pass 28 Nov 2006 42,994 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 42,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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S261 RNK is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Volvo S70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 110,209 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 S261 RNK, 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 27 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 S261 RNK registered?

S261 RNK is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 6 January 1999.

Is S261 RNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S261 RNK shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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