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CWW 256B

1964 Volvo P120

Red Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

16,319 mi
Last recorded16,319 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2006
Typical for 1964 Volvo P12057,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWW 256B
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1964
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Apr 2006 16,319 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Inner Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Volvo P120?

Based on 6,469 MOT tests across 699 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
640
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 237
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 210
Stop lamp not working 207
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 198
Horn not working 124
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CWW 256B is a 1964 Volvo P120 in Red with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1964 Volvo P120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 57,412 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 P120 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CWW 256B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo P120 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 62 years old, this Volvo P120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CWW 256B registered?

CWW 256B is a 1964 Volvo P120, first registered on 1 August 1964.

Is CWW 256B safe to buy?

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