MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,518 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Battery insecure
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Oil leak
offside rear reverse light lens missing
rear seat belts not checked luggage on rear seats
slight play offside front + nearside front steering tie rods
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
How Reliable is the Volvo 300 Series?
Based on 60,684 MOT tests across 13,918 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B163 AFR is a 1985 Volvo 300 Series in Beige with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1985 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 71,101 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 B163 AFR, 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 41 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 B163 AFR?
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What year was B163 AFR registered?
B163 AFR is a 1985 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 21 March 1985.
Is B163 AFR safe to buy?
The MOT history for B163 AFR shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does B163 AFR have outstanding finance?
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