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STK 509

1998 Volvo S70

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,233 mi
Last recorded52,233 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTK 509
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 52,233 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 51,876 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 51,032 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 50,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged 195/60 R15 Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall cracks 195/60 R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall cracks 195/60 R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall cracks 195/60 R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 50,528 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 48,589 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 47,697 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 46,959 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 46,099 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 44,769 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside front and rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 16 Aug 2011 42,984 miles

both rear tyres side walls surface cracking

Pass 9 Sep 2010 41,047 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 39,061 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 39,013 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 37,156 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 35,656 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 33,978 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 33,961 miles

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

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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STK 509 is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 STK 509, 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 STK 509 registered?

STK 509 is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is STK 509 safe to buy?

The MOT history for STK 509 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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