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S477 WAN

1998 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,030 mi
Last recorded100,030 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS477 WAN
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2015 100,030 miles

off side tyre cracking outer wall off side tyre cracking outer wall near side tyre cracking out wall

Fail 25 Jul 2015 100,030 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

off side tyre cracking outer wall off side tyre cracking outer wall near side tyre cracking out wall

Fail 26 Jul 2014 99,329 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 99,329 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Jul 2013 98,565 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 98,565 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 97,907 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 97,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Right-hand wiper blade age hardened.

Pass 31 Jul 2010 95,999 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 94,214 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 93,264 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 92,239 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 91,061 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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S477 WAN is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 S477 WAN, 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 S477 WAN registered?

S477 WAN is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S477 WAN safe to buy?

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