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S118 DFG

1999 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

188,394 mi
Last recorded188,394 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Volvo V70129,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS118 DFG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2013 188,394 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 171,302 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 12 Apr 2011 154,528 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 154,528 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2010 141,639 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

rear shock absorbers dust covers deteriorated

Pass 18 Jun 2009 123,600 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 123,597 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 106,001 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 89,898 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 13 Jul 2007 89,898 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 76,385 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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S118 DFG is a 1999 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1999 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 129,401 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S118 DFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S118 DFG registered?

S118 DFG is a 1999 Volvo V70, first registered on 26 January 1999.

Is S118 DFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S118 DFG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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