CarVerify

Free Car Check

S297 LFP

1998 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 3995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,074 mi
Last recorded81,074 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS297 LFP
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2014 81,074 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracking on tread.

Fail 5 Mar 2014 81,074 miles

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

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracking on tread.

Fail 12 Mar 2013 71,379 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 71,379 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 27 Mar 2012 62,456 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 54,003 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 44,768 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 38,583 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
Full Volvo S70 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S297 LFP is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S297 LFP, 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

How do I check the history of S297 LFP?

You can check the full history of S297 LFP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S297 LFP registered?

S297 LFP is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S297 LFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S297 LFP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S297 LFP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S297 LFP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.