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S739 DBW

1998 Volvo S70

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,564 mi
Last recorded92,564 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS739 DBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 92,564 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 91,202 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 84,715 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 84,688 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Nov 2013 80,612 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 80,604 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 74,960 miles

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

wet day / engine light on /coverd sills

Pass 23 Nov 2011 68,698 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

covers on sills

Pass 18 Nov 2010 61,891 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 56,414 miles

handbrake will need attension soon

Pass 18 Nov 2008 51,384 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 46,508 miles

covered sills/wet day

Pass 23 Nov 2006 39,335 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 39,335 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 34,441 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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S739 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S739 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 S739 DBW registered?

S739 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 9 November 1998.

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