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S756 DBW

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

93,929 mi
Last recorded93,929 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS756 DBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2012 93,929 miles

ENGINE LIGHT AND ETS LIGHT ON DASH

NSR TYRE SIDEWALLS PERISHED

Pass 12 Jan 2011 89,543 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 83,758 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 83,758 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 81,338 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s steering stop pad damaged

Fail 10 Oct 2007 81,338 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s steering lock stop pad damaged & adrift

Fail 30 Oct 2006 75,053 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

both front tyres wearing on inside edge ADVISE CHANGE

Pass 30 Oct 2006 75,053 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edge ADVISE CHANGE

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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S756 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 S756 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S756 DBW?

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What year was S756 DBW registered?

S756 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 9 November 1998.

Is S756 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S756 DBW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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