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S949 APM

1998 Volvo S70

Grey Petrol 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,441 mi
Last recorded128,441 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2010
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS949 APM
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2010 128,441 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 125,750 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 121,543 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 121,543 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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S949 APM is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Grey with a 2,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S949 APM, 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 S949 APM registered?

S949 APM is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S949 APM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S949 APM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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