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C268 PRM

1986 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,833 mi
Last recorded54,833 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Volvo 300 Series72,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC268 PRM
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 54,833 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))

some components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

Pass 5 Dec 2024 54,833 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 54,833 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 54,833 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 54,833 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 53,113 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 53,113 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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C268 PRM is a 1986 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C268 PRM, 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

How do I check the history of C268 PRM?

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What year was C268 PRM registered?

C268 PRM is a 1986 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is C268 PRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C268 PRM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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