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S502 DBW

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

142,348 mi
Last recorded142,348 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS502 DBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 142,348 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 142,345 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 139,123 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 132,041 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 131,652 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 122,904 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 116,421 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 108,475 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 108,475 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2008 102,585 miles

Front bumper insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2006 101,278 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 91,986 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 91,986 miles

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

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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S502 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,319cc 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 S502 DBW, 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 S502 DBW registered?

S502 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 17 September 1998.

Is S502 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S502 DBW 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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