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C637 MAW

1986 Volvo 300 Series

Red Petrol 1721cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,704 mi
Last recorded28,704 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 Volvo 300 Series72,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC637 MAW
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,721cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 28,704 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Feb 2024 28,054 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 27,414 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 27,345 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 27,345 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 26,913 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 26,185 miles

Nearside Front ALL TYRES CRACKING ON SIDE WALLS

Pass 14 Apr 2015 25,779 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 24,959 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 24,244 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 23,498 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 22,602 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 22,602 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 21,864 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 21,484 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 19,903 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 17,925 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 15,933 miles

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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C637 MAW is a 1986 Volvo 300 Series in Red with a 1,721cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C637 MAW, 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.

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What year was C637 MAW registered?

C637 MAW is a 1986 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 7 February 1986.

Is C637 MAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C637 MAW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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