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T836 KEF

1999 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

72,267 mi
Last recorded72,267 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT836 KEF
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 72,267 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake discs and backing plates slightly corroded

Exhaust and suspension components slightly corroded

Underbody and Chassis slightly corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2025 72,192 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

Exhaust system corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2024 72,080 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

Exhaust system corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2023 72,005 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2022 71,926 miles

Full exhaust system slightly corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside and Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear coil springs corroded

Fail 4 Jul 2022 71,926 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Full exhaust system slightly corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside and Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2021 71,797 miles

Full exhaust system slightly corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2020 71,621 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

full exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2019 71,478 miles

all brake discs slightly pitted and corroded

full exhaust system slightly corroded

underbody and suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2018 71,223 miles

brake discs slightly corroded

exhaust slightly corroded

underbody slightly corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2017 70,965 miles

brake discs slightly corroded

underbody slightly corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2016 70,719 miles

chassis and exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2015 70,627 miles

chassis and exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2014 70,443 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 70,397 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 70,122 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 70,034 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 70,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 69,921 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 69,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

advise travel on brake padal

Pass 6 May 2009 67,696 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 67,646 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 60,953 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 56,455 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 48,181 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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T836 KEF is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 T836 KEF, 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 T836 KEF registered?

T836 KEF is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 10 March 1999.

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