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T430 AER

1999 Volvo S70

Cream Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

100,900 mi
Last recorded100,900 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT430 AER
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 100,900 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 100,212 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 98,855 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 97,200 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 95,226 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 95,226 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 92,796 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 92,796 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 90,061 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 90,061 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 88,024 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 88,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2010 87,980 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 87,980 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 May 2009 87,943 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 87,942 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 87,558 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 86,899 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 86,205 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 85,635 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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T430 AER is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Cream with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 T430 AER, 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 T430 AER registered?

T430 AER is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 4 March 1999.

Is T430 AER safe to buy?

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