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V216 KPU

1999 Volvo S70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,488 mi
Last recorded101,488 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV216 KPU
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 101,488 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Sep 2015 98,919 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 98,919 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 93,823 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 88,411 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 88,411 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 83,443 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 83,443 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 77,545 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 73,549 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 68,136 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 61,634 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 55,770 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 47,534 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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V216 KPU is a 1999 Volvo S70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 V216 KPU, 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 V216 KPU registered?

V216 KPU is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 19 October 1999.

Is V216 KPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V216 KPU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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