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S759 DBW

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,422 mi
Last recorded99,422 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS759 DBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 99,422 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2017 88,012 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 88,012 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 May 2016 83,074 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 81,303 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 79,115 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2013 77,074 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 75,400 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 72,646 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 70,394 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 17 May 2010 70,394 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 66,050 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 61,595 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 57,436 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre worn on edge

Pass 5 Jun 2006 52,293 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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S759 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red 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 S759 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 S759 DBW registered?

S759 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 9 November 1998.

Is S759 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S759 DBW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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