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A291 JLY

1984 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

41,765 mi
Last recorded41,765 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 1984 Volvo 300 Series69,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA291 JLY
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 41,765 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 41,765 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 41,550 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 41,550 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 41,177 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 40,623 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 39,879 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 39,081 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 38,230 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 12 Apr 2012 38,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2011 37,107 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 37,107 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 35,732 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 34,322 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 32,761 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 30,968 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 29,528 miles

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

Nearside steering rack slight play.

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

How Reliable is the Volvo 300 Series?

Based on 60,684 MOT tests across 13,918 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
1,789
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
13,918
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,378
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,789
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,281
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,666
Stop lamp not working 2,346
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A291 JLY is a 1984 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1984 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 69,045 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 300 Series fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 5,378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A291 JLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 300 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 42 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A291 JLY registered?

A291 JLY is a 1984 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 8 June 1984.

Is A291 JLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A291 JLY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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