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T981 ALM

1999 Volvo S70

Cream Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,797 mi
Last recorded14,797 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT981 ALM
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 14,797 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 12,755 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 10,649 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 8,543 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 7,506 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 7,216 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 6,309 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 71,379 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 5,974 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 5,610 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 5,159 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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T981 ALM is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Cream with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T981 ALM, 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 T981 ALM registered?

T981 ALM is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 19 August 1999.

Is T981 ALM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T981 ALM shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T981 ALM have outstanding finance?

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