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DBP 458G

1969 Volvo 100 Series

Beige Petrol 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

249,297 mi
Last recorded249,297 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2014
Typical for 1969 Volvo 100 Series80,527 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBP 458G
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1969
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2014 249,297 miles

dampness around offside front brake caliper

oil leaking

Fail 11 Sep 2014 249,220 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

dampness around offside front brake caliper

oil leaking

Pass 2 Oct 2012 246,178 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2011 246,167 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear suspension getting weak car sitting low

Pass 21 Sep 2010 24,616 miles

Oil leak

slight oik keak from rear diff.

Pass 30 Sep 2009 246,157 miles

major oil leak

Fail 30 Sep 2009 246,155 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

major oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2008 246,127 miles

major oil leak

Fail 10 Sep 2008 246,125 miles

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

major oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2007 246,111 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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DBP 458G is a 1969 Volvo 100 Series in Beige with a 2,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1969 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 80,527 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 DBP 458G, 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 57 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 DBP 458G?

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What year was DBP 458G registered?

DBP 458G is a 1969 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 4 July 1969.

Is DBP 458G safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBP 458G shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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