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S422 RDX

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

140,594 mi
Last recorded140,594 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS422 RDX
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2013 140,594 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 140,594 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 105,104 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 98,413 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 90,773 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 84,467 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 78,450 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2008 78,450 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 73,813 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 66,539 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 66,539 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2005 60,371 miles

spare tyre incorrect size

Fail 22 Sep 2005 60,178 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nail in offside rear tyre(repairable if punctured)

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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S422 RDX is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 S422 RDX, 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 S422 RDX?

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What year was S422 RDX registered?

S422 RDX is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 26 September 1998.

Is S422 RDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S422 RDX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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