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T589 TBL

1999 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

90,977 mi
Last recorded90,977 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT589 TBL
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 90,977 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 89,875 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 87,367 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 87,365 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 85,362 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust bracket deteriorated still supportive

Pass 30 May 2018 81,877 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose cracking

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 78,201 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 74,723 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 74,723 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 May 2015 71,028 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 66,707 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 63,559 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 60,832 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 58,029 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 58,029 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 54,966 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 29 May 2009 51,439 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 46,901 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 41,990 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 37,613 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 37,613 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Lower Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 37,284 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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T589 TBL is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T589 TBL, 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.

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What year was T589 TBL registered?

T589 TBL is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 10 March 1999.

Is T589 TBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T589 TBL shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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