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S681 LRX

1998 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

75,692 mi
Last recorded75,692 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS681 LRX
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 75,692 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 68,205 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 63,325 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2014 63,325 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 57,970 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 55,565 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 54,800 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 54,800 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 53,659 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 53,659 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 51,115 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 51,115 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 48,728 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 48,728 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 46,498 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 44,008 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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S681 LRX is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 S681 LRX, 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 S681 LRX registered?

S681 LRX is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S681 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S681 LRX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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