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S785 AAV

1998 Volvo S70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,986 mi
Last recorded135,986 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS785 AAV
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 135,986 miles

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

both No pates deteriorating

Pass 28 Aug 2014 129,012 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front No plate deteriorating

h\lamp reflectors deteriorating

Fail 27 Aug 2014 129,012 miles

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

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

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front No plate deteriorating

h\lamp reflectors deteriorating

Pass 4 Sep 2013 126,160 miles

Eml displayed

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

headlamps deteriorated

Pass 2 Aug 2012 122,799 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 31 Jul 2012 122,798 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 116,598 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 116,598 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 109,265 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 107,301 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 97,971 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 89,253 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 80,889 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 72,658 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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S785 AAV is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S785 AAV, 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 S785 AAV registered?

S785 AAV is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S785 AAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S785 AAV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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