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C260 RCH

1986 Volvo 300 Series

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,601 mi
Last recorded46,601 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2012
Typical for 1986 Volvo 300 Series72,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC260 RCH
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2012 46,601 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 May 2011 46,601 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 45,589 miles

Both rear shocker lower rubber mounting cracking

Metal brake pipe across rear axle corroed

Metal brake pipe from rear flex to O/S/R brake cylinder corred

Metal brake pipe fron front to rear corred

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

Rear brake flex poor

Pass 19 May 2009 43,828 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 May 2008 43,517 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 43,129 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 42,796 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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C260 RCH is a 1986 Volvo 300 Series in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 72,017 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 C260 RCH, 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 40 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 C260 RCH registered?

C260 RCH is a 1986 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 30 May 1986.

Is C260 RCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C260 RCH shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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