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S801 DBW

1998 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,475 mi
Last recorded147,475 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2010
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS801 DBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2010 147,475 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

offside rear tyre cut on outer wall

Pass 15 Apr 2009 142,512 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 136,686 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 136,502 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 128,681 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 128,681 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 120,448 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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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S801 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S801 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

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What year was S801 DBW registered?

S801 DBW is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 9 November 1998.

Is S801 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S801 DBW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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