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T402 DGP

1999 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,653 mi
Last recorded144,653 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2011
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT402 DGP
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2011 144,653 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front track rods have slight play

pedal spongey

rear brake discs pitted

Fail 30 Mar 2011 144,653 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Battery insecure

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front track rods have slight play

pedal spongey

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 17 Dec 2009 142,522 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine management light staying on

oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2008 113,300 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 113,300 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

engine management light staying on

oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2007 85,617 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 60,957 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 60,957 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 57,494 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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T402 DGP is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 T402 DGP, 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 T402 DGP registered?

T402 DGP is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T402 DGP safe to buy?

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