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S70 GPC

1998 Volvo S70

Black Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

94,467 mi
Last recorded94,467 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS70 GPC
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 94,467 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 94,464 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 94,462 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 94,253 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 94,153 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 94,060 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 93,943 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 93,943 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 93,300 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 93,150 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 92,942 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 92,329 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 90,264 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 90,037 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 84,646 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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S70 GPC is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Black with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S70 GPC, 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 S70 GPC registered?

S70 GPC is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 13 November 1998.

Is S70 GPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S70 GPC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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