Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid

1998 Volvo V70 2.0L Petrol · R38 MKN

R38 MKN

1998 Volvo V70 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 26/03/1998. Recorded mileage 129,158 miles. MOT valid until 04/10/2026.

Make & Model
VOLVO V70
Year / Origin
1998 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 04/10/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
129,158 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 04/10/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1998
Engine
1984cc
Mechanical Assessment

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R38 MKN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2025
  • 129,158 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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R38 MKN Mileage History

  1. 25/09/2023125,100 mi
  2. 20/09/2024127,423 mi+2,323 mi
  3. 30/09/2024127,428 mi+5 mi
  4. 01/10/2025129,158 mi+1,730 mi
  5. 02/10/2025129,158 mi

Average of roughly 2,009 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R38 MKN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Volvo V70 (R38 MKN) between September 2023 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 02 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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