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V174 DCD

1999 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,312 mi
Last recorded123,312 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2011
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV174 DCD
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2011 123,312 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 117,530 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 110,499 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear coil springs showing signs of corrosion

Fail 14 Oct 2009 110,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear coil springs showing signs of corrosion

Pass 7 Oct 2008 103,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 97,116 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 97,116 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 84,495 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 84,435 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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V174 DCD is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V174 DCD, 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 V174 DCD registered?

V174 DCD is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 10 November 1999.

Is V174 DCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V174 DCD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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