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T36 RBR

1999 Volvo S70

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

172,023 mi
Last recorded172,023 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2008
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT36 RBR
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2008 172,023 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 172,023 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 166,370 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 155,360 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 155,360 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2006 140,962 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 140,957 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

o/s/f tyre has a cut to the outer wall no cords visible †

slight play in o/s steering rack moderate play in n/s ok when engine is running

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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T36 RBR is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 T36 RBR, 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 T36 RBR registered?

T36 RBR is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 12 March 1999.

Is T36 RBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T36 RBR shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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