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A335 CVN

1983 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,536 mi
Last recorded138,536 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2011
Typical for 1983 Volvo 300 Series63,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA335 CVN
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2011 138,536 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 138,492 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

slight leak rear exhaust joint

Pass 13 May 2010 132,891 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 131,802 miles

Slight play/wear to n/s/f steering rack.

Slight roughness to n/s/f wheel bearing.

Pass 9 Apr 2008 130,877 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 130,106 miles

both front brake pipes begining to corrode

off side rear lower chassis spring mounting (as shown to presenter) begining to corrode but not considerd exessive at time of test

Pass 8 May 2006 128,343 miles

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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A335 CVN is a 1983 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 63,136 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 A335 CVN, 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 43 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A335 CVN?

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What year was A335 CVN registered?

A335 CVN is a 1983 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 3 September 1983.

Is A335 CVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A335 CVN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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