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S746 AMR

1998 Volvo S70

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

198,542 mi
Last recorded198,542 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS746 AMR
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 198,542 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2025 198,542 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 195,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Nov 2024 195,152 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 191,597 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 185,784 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 183,493 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

n/s/r parking brake slightly down on efficiency

power steering noisey

Fail 25 Sep 2020 183,493 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Coil spring corroded both rear n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

n/s/r parking brake slightly down on efficiency

power steering noisey

Pass 26 Sep 2019 177,647 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 172,223 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 167,988 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 164,135 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 162,701 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 160,022 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 156,424 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 156,424 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 152,775 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 146,089 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 136,031 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 127,428 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 120,210 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 120,210 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 111,507 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 100,499 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 90,039 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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S746 AMR is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S746 AMR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S746 AMR registered?

S746 AMR is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 19 October 1998.

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