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CAU 93H

1972 Volvo 100 Series

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

165,093 mi
Last recorded165,093 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2005
Typical for 1972 Volvo 100 Series89,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAU 93H
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2005 165,093 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2005 161,822 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

brake pipe burst during test

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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CAU 93H is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CAU 93H, 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 CAU 93H?

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What year was CAU 93H registered?

CAU 93H is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 5 April 1972.

Is CAU 93H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAU 93H shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAU 93H have outstanding finance?

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