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S371 RHB

1998 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

104,465 mi
Last recorded104,465 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS371 RHB
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2012 104,465 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres very slightly out of shape

Pass 15 Dec 2011 96,749 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Dec 2011 96,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 86,282 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 86,282 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 77,019 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 77,019 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 74,358 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 61,727 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 50,059 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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S371 RHB is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 S371 RHB, 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 S371 RHB registered?

S371 RHB is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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