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T253 JOM

1999 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,490 mi
Last recorded93,490 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT253 JOM
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 93,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 29 Oct 2015 91,322 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 88,694 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 21 Oct 2013 85,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nesrside headlamp glass damaged

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 19 Oct 2012 81,937 miles

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 31 Oct 2011 77,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside headlamp glass damaged

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 28 Oct 2010 72,633 miles

outert sills plastic covered

Pass 23 Oct 2009 1,510 miles

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 30 Oct 2008 61,581 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 5 Nov 2007 55,276 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 50,460 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 44,838 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 44,837 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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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T253 JOM is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 T253 JOM, 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

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What year was T253 JOM registered?

T253 JOM is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 12 March 1999.

Is T253 JOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T253 JOM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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