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A936 UWP

1983 Volvo 300 Series

Green Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,865 mi
Last recorded38,865 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 1983 Volvo 300 Series63,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA936 UWP
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 38,865 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 38,531 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 38,176 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 37,978 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 37,609 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 36,954 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 36,953 miles

Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 36,890 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 36,811 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 36,735 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 36,735 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 36,576 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 36,310 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 36,165 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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A936 UWP is a 1983 Volvo 300 Series in Green with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 A936 UWP, 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 A936 UWP registered?

A936 UWP is a 1983 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 1 August 1983.

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The MOT history for A936 UWP shows 14 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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