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A334 PJN

1984 Volvo 300 Series

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

82,797 mi
Last recorded82,797 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2025
Typical for 1984 Volvo 300 Series69,045 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA334 PJN
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2025 82,797 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 82,795 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2021 82,757 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 82,522 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 82,521 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 82,510 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear slight exhaust blow

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 82,430 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 82,296 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 82,153 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 82,024 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 81,922 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 81,692 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 81,449 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 81,138 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 80,820 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 80,342 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 79,861 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 79,132 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 79,085 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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A334 PJN is a 1984 Volvo 300 Series in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 A334 PJN, 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 A334 PJN registered?

A334 PJN is a 1984 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 1 January 1984.

Is A334 PJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A334 PJN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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