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AMR 153L

1972 Volvo 100 Series

Orange Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,297 mi
Last recorded77,297 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2019
Typical for 1972 Volvo 100 Series89,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMR 153L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2019 77,297 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 76,333 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 75,180 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 67,879 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 67,879 miles

light corrosion n/s sill

slight play n/s steering swivel arm

Pass 27 Jun 2014 67,876 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 May 2013 67,875 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres has cracks to side walls

Fail 29 May 2013 67,875 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres has cracks to side walls

Pass 20 Jan 2012 67,875 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

battery insecure

slight play n/s steering arm bush

Pass 15 Jun 2010 67,641 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 66,432 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 May 2007 63,776 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 62,726 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 100 Series?

Based on 3,665 MOT tests across 479 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
533
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
479
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 157
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 153
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 91
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 85
position lamp(s) not working 74
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AMR 153L is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series in Orange with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1972 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AMR 153L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 100 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Volvo 100 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AMR 153L registered?

AMR 153L is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is AMR 153L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMR 153L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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