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S73 RWE

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,268 mi
Last recorded167,268 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS73 RWE
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2016 167,268 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 167,210 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 163,408 miles

Fuel filter corroded

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

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

Fail 13 Jan 2015 163,408 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel filter corroded

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 159,532 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 159,532 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 19 May 2012 156,906 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 148,060 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 128,503 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 113,587 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 105,703 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 97,096 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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S73 RWE is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S73 RWE, 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 S73 RWE registered?

S73 RWE is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 30 August 1998.

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