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C551 VGW

1986 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,448 mi
Last recorded90,448 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2008
Typical for 1986 Volvo 300 Series72,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC551 VGW
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2008 90,448 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust blow at centre to rear section

n/s/f mud flap insercure

play in n/s/f inner rack joint

rust in o/s/f sill section

tyre dephs o/s/f6mm n/s/f5mm o/s/r5mm n/s/r5mm

tyre size 185/60 14h

Pass 9 Jul 2007 84,760 miles

Faint pattern o/s h/lamp, rear brakes out of balance (38%), o/s/f fog lamp n/w, F.number plate cracked but secure at time of test, front susp tie rod bushes perishing slightly, slight oil on g/box (near rear diff)

TYRES 18560R14H both front 8.0mm both rear 7.0mm

various scratches to car, F.screen has small crack out of wiper sweep and chip below 40mm not in zone A, o/s/f door seal u/s, heated rear screen element wire broken n/s, o/s/f seat belt frayed on edges slightly, R.hatch struts weak

Pass 18 Jul 2006 84,124 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear brakes out of balance

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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C551 VGW is a 1986 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C551 VGW, 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 C551 VGW registered?

C551 VGW is a 1986 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 11 July 1986.

Is C551 VGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C551 VGW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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