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A391 OYA

1983 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,775 mi
Last recorded81,775 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 1983 Volvo 300 Series63,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA391 OYA
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2015 81,775 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 81,775 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 24 Mar 2014 81,222 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 81,222 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 80,560 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 79,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 79,453 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 78,392 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 77,148 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 76,354 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 75,654 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 75,305 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 74,982 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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A391 OYA is a 1983 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 A391 OYA, 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

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What year was A391 OYA registered?

A391 OYA is a 1983 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A391 OYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A391 OYA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A391 OYA have outstanding finance?

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