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S869 AWL

1999 Volvo S70

White Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

228,831 mi
Last recorded228,831 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS869 AWL
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 228,831 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

park brake travel near max

water leak rear of engine

Fail 8 Nov 2022 228,831 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

park brake travel near max

water leak rear of engine

Fail 3 Nov 2022 228,826 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened support bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened support bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 228,017 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 228,017 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 227,810 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 227,810 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2019 227,403 miles

Nearside Rear Flexy hose ferulles becoming corroded x 2...

Pass 31 Oct 2018 224,910 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 224,184 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 224,184 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 223,278 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Nov 2015 220,807 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 220,807 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 216,894 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 215,137 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 213,705 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 204,512 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2011 204,512 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 185,702 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 168,325 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 150,039 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 139,017 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 125,666 miles

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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S869 AWL is a 1999 Volvo S70 in White with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1999 Volvo S70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 110,209 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S869 AWL, 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 27 years old, this Volvo S70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S869 AWL registered?

S869 AWL is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 21 January 1999.

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