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S270 JLP

1999 Volvo V70

Red Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,515 mi
Last recorded80,515 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 1999 Volvo V70129,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS270 JLP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 80,515 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front wiper blades are deteriorating

nearside head lamp deteriorating, beam image output is on the limit

oil residue engine & gear box area's

Fail 28 Jan 2017 80,515 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front wiper blades are deteriorating

nearside head lamp deteriorating, beam image output is on the limit

oil residue engine & gear box area's

Pass 9 Jan 2016 77,731 miles

Both rear shock absorber bushes are perishing

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 76,095 miles

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

sill covers

Pass 14 Jan 2014 73,817 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play in nearside and offside steering rack arms

Pass 9 Jan 2013 71,114 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Jan 2012 67,209 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 67,209 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 64,496 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jan 2010 61,261 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 56,360 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 51,877 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 51,877 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 47,575 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 42,895 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 42,895 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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S270 JLP is a 1999 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S270 JLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S270 JLP registered?

S270 JLP is a 1999 Volvo V70, first registered on 13 January 1999.

Is S270 JLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S270 JLP shows 16 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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