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BEL 301K

1972 Volvo 100 Series

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,419 mi
Last recorded131,419 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Volvo 100 Series89,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEL 301K
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 131,419 miles

Body and components have corrosion, have had repairs and has areas concealed and undersealed.

Pass 19 Aug 2017 129,505 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Underside has general corrosion in various areas

Fail 19 Aug 2017 129,505 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Underside has general corrosion in various areas

Pass 30 Jul 2016 127,147 miles

Body has slight corrosion underside in various areas (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion in various areas (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 125,770 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has various welding repairs done in past

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2014 125,303 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 124,717 miles

All suspension bushes are slighley perished/worn

Nearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2012 123,611 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 122,744 miles

Battery insecure

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 31 Jul 2010 121,835 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 22 Aug 2009 120,891 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 Jul 2008 120,361 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 120,361 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 119,577 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 118,974 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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BEL 301K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BEL 301K, 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

How do I check the history of BEL 301K?

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What year was BEL 301K registered?

BEL 301K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 8 June 1972.

Is BEL 301K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEL 301K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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