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T839 FGT

1999 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

116,053 mi
Last recorded116,053 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Volvo C7099,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT839 FGT
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 116,053 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Pass 2 Oct 2025 115,701 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Pass 15 Oct 2024 114,387 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Pass 17 Oct 2023 111,833 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 109,783 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 107,079 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 105,561 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 102,344 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 102,344 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 99,317 miles

EML displayed

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 95,526 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 92,367 miles

EML warning lamp on

Pass 24 Apr 2015 87,480 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 84,223 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 75,422 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 73,272 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 65,630 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 65,630 miles

Brake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 60,514 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 56,343 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 53,549 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 48,879 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 43,304 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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T839 FGT is a 1999 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1999 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 99,646 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T839 FGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T839 FGT?

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What year was T839 FGT registered?

T839 FGT is a 1999 Volvo C70, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T839 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T839 FGT shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T839 FGT have outstanding finance?

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