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S472 JRS

1998 Volvo S70

White Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

169,411 mi
Last recorded169,411 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS472 JRS
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2008 169,411 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 165,334 miles

engine oil below min

n/s/r tyre 2mm on inner

o/s/r tyre 3mm on inner

Pass 14 Aug 2006 159,031 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 159,031 miles

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

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

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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S472 JRS is a 1998 Volvo S70 in White with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 S472 JRS, 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 S472 JRS registered?

S472 JRS is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S472 JRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S472 JRS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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