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V226 LNG

1999 Volvo S70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,779 mi
Last recorded114,779 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1999 Volvo S70110,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV226 LNG
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2012 114,779 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 109,149 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 102,788 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 96,018 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 87,163 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 87,163 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 80,108 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 71,061 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 60,190 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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V226 LNG 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 88.9%.

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 V226 LNG, 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

How do I check the history of V226 LNG?

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What year was V226 LNG registered?

V226 LNG is a 1999 Volvo S70, first registered on 9 November 1999.

Is V226 LNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V226 LNG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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