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S446 DNJ

1998 Volvo S70

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

138,397 mi
Last recorded138,397 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS446 DNJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Jan 2012 138,397 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 138,397 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2011 130,131 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 130,131 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 124,408 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 120,037 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2009 120,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 113,440 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2007 104,485 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 104,485 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 90,698 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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S446 DNJ is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 S446 DNJ, 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 S446 DNJ registered?

S446 DNJ is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S446 DNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S446 DNJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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