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A358 BYJ

1983 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,170 mi
Last recorded57,170 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2007
Typical for 1983 Volvo 300 Series63,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA358 BYJ
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2007 57,170 miles

Oil leak

both rear wheel arches corrosion

Pass 18 Oct 2006 56,140 miles

both rear wheelarches & both rear outer sill corroding

nearside front strut reinforcement corroding

Pass 1 Nov 2005 55,128 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside rear tyre low pressure & rear exhaust mount secondary clip loose

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
Full Volvo 300 Series reliability report

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A358 BYJ is a 1983 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A358 BYJ, 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 A358 BYJ?

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What year was A358 BYJ registered?

A358 BYJ is a 1983 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 17 November 1983.

Is A358 BYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A358 BYJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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