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CBH 11K

1971 Volvo 100 Series

Red Petrol 2978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

158,667 mi
Last recorded158,667 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 Volvo 100 Series88,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBH 11K
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,978cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2017 158,667 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner / outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake application uneven o/s slow (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 155,249 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 153,345 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 149,480 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 149,465 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 149,452 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 147,319 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 113,182 miles

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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CBH 11K is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series in Red with a 2,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1971 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 88,644 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 CBH 11K, 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 55 years old, this Volvo 100 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CBH 11K registered?

CBH 11K is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 8 October 1971.

Is CBH 11K safe to buy?

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