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S659 DBW

1998 Volvo S70

Purple Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

206,688 mi
Last recorded206,688 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS659 DBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 206,688 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 200,121 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 193,955 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 190,248 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 184,854 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 180,231 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 174,089 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 168,467 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 160,428 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 152,711 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 145,033 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 137,118 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 127,831 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 120,446 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 113,047 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 104,933 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 104,908 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 102,824 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 95,627 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2006 86,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 86,723 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 76,715 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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S659 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Purple with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S659 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 S659 DBW registered?

S659 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is S659 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S659 DBW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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