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T281 JNA

1999 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

194,331 mi
Last recorded194,331 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT281 JNA
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2013 194,331 miles

Battery insecure

Headlight beam patterns a little difused/reflectors poor

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 189,618 miles

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

Nearside and offside headlight reflectors deteriated

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 174,241 miles

Headlight reflectors deteriated

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

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2011 174,241 miles

Headlight reflectors deteriated

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 154,603 miles

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

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

Slight imbalance front brakes

Pass 26 Nov 2008 143,936 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 143,935 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 137,762 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 128,600 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2005 120,073 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 120,073 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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T281 JNA is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Blue 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 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 T281 JNA, 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 T281 JNA registered?

T281 JNA is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 18 March 1999.

Is T281 JNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T281 JNA 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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