1999 Volvo S70 2.5L Diesel · T772 ARW
1999 Volvo S70 (2.5L, diesel). First registered 24 Mar 1999. Recorded mileage 131,255 miles. MOT expired on 02 Dec 2022.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO S70
- Year / Origin
- 1999
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Dec 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,255 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.
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T772 ARW Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/12/2021
- 131,255 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
T772 ARW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Volvo S70 (T772 ARW) between December 2021 and December 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 December 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
T772 ARW Mileage History
- 02/12/2021131,255 mi
- 03/12/2021131,255 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo Volvo S70
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: VOLVO S70
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- P80-platform sill and rear-corner corrosion(Serious)
Owners replacing sills on P80 cars (850, S70 and first-generation V70) describe right-hand sills that have simply disappeared behind the trim, with rust hiding in the box sections and chassis legs. The Volvo Owners' Club rust guide lists sill drain holes blocking and rot creeping forward to the front wing joint - the same failure pattern seen repeatedly on S70s at inspections. Structural corrosion in these areas is an MOT failure, and proper welding repairs run into four figures.
- Ignition system faults - misfire, poor hot starting, no spark(Moderate)
The S70 uses the same five-cylinder modular ignition as the late 850, and Volvo Owners' Club threads show owners chasing random misfires through cap, rotor, leads and finally the coil itself when a partial failure keeps the car running rough at low revs. The club’s ignition troubleshooting guide covers distributor shaft wear, amplifier (power stage) failure and Hall-sensor faults - all on this car - that leave you stranded after a hot soak. A methodical check with a spark tester sorts it for £150-£400 in most cases.
- Cambelt or timing belt failure on the five-cylinder engine(Serious)
The S70 shares the 850's transverse five-cylinder petrol engines, which are interference designs: a snapped or jumped cambelt stops the engine and typically bends valves and damages pistons. Volvo specified cambelt and tensioner renewal at around 60,000-80,000 miles or five years, and Volvo Owners Club threads describe S70 owners renewing belts late, with tensioner and idler bearing wear the usual warning signs. Belt wear is hidden behind the timing covers, so a missing belt history is the main risk when buying a used S70.
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- P80-platform sill and rear-corner corrosionSerious
Owners replacing sills on P80 cars (850, S70 and first-generation V70) describe right-hand sills that have simply disappeared behind the trim, with rust hiding in the box sections and chassis legs. The Volvo Owners' Club rust guide lists sill drain holes blocking and rot creeping forward to the front wing joint - the same failure pattern seen repeatedly on S70s at inspections. Structural corrosion in these areas is an MOT failure, and proper welding repairs run into four figures.
- Ignition system faults - misfire, poor hot starting, no sparkModerate
The S70 uses the same five-cylinder modular ignition as the late 850, and Volvo Owners' Club threads show owners chasing random misfires through cap, rotor, leads and finally the coil itself when a partial failure keeps the car running rough at low revs. The club’s ignition troubleshooting guide covers distributor shaft wear, amplifier (power stage) failure and Hall-sensor faults - all on this car - that leave you stranded after a hot soak. A methodical check with a spark tester sorts it for £150-£400 in most cases.
- Cambelt or timing belt failure on the five-cylinder engineSerious
The S70 shares the 850's transverse five-cylinder petrol engines, which are interference designs: a snapped or jumped cambelt stops the engine and typically bends valves and damages pistons. Volvo specified cambelt and tensioner renewal at around 60,000-80,000 miles or five years, and Volvo Owners Club threads describe S70 owners renewing belts late, with tensioner and idler bearing wear the usual warning signs. Belt wear is hidden behind the timing covers, so a missing belt history is the main risk when buying a used S70.
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