CarVerify

Free Car Check

T160 UEE

1999 Volvo S70

Black Petrol 2435cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

163,946 mi
Last recorded163,946 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationT160 UEE
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 163,946 miles

Offside outer cv boot perishing

Rear axle bushes perishing

Rear exhaust hanger corroded and broken

Pass 26 Feb 2016 159,896 miles

Nearside rear tyre scrubbing on the outer edge

Rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 6 Feb 2015 158,513 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 152,352 miles

Both rear tyres on 3mm

Slight play in offside front lower ball joint

Pass 20 Feb 2013 141,866 miles

Both rear tyres slightly flat-spotted.

Pass 14 Feb 2012 130,539 miles

Engine top bush split

Grease on nearside cv boot

Play in nearside front roll bar link

Play in nearside inner tie rod

Pass 2 Feb 2011 119,573 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Off-side front anti-roll bar link upper ball-joint grease cover split.

Off-side steering track rod has slight play at the inner attachment.

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 109,861 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 99,383 miles

Advise - front brake pads 3mm pad material remaining

Advise: front tyres 3-4mm tread remaining

Fail 2 Feb 2009 99,383 miles

Advise - front brake pads 3mm pad material remaining

Advise: front tyres 3-4mm tread remaining

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 88,258 miles

Both rear tyres perished & cracking around circumference.

Exhaust rear hanger corroded to less than half its original thickness.

Headlamp beam patterns slightly poor.

Pass 27 Mar 2006 69,555 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
Full Volvo S70 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

T160 UEE is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 T160 UEE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T160 UEE?

You can check the full history of T160 UEE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was T160 UEE registered?

T160 UEE is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T160 UEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T160 UEE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T160 UEE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on T160 UEE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.