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S382 BRP

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,819 mi
Last recorded115,819 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS382 BRP
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 115,819 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 111,212 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 111,212 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 109,921 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 108,357 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 106,154 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 103,922 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 103,922 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 103,554 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 101,679 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 101,279 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 101,279 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 92,537 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 83,027 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 69,903 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
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S382 BRP is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S382 BRP, 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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What year was S382 BRP registered?

S382 BRP is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S382 BRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S382 BRP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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