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DCE 381C

1965 Volvo P120

Blue Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,410 mi
Last recorded61,410 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 1965 Volvo P12053,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCE 381C
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 61,410 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 61,379 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 61,267 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 61,178 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 60,813 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 60,553 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower arms (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower arms (2.4.G.2)

slight rust some areas underside

Fail 9 Oct 2015 60,536 miles

Nearside Front Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure idler loose (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower arms (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower arms (2.4.G.2)

slight rust some areas underside

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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DCE 381C is a 1965 Volvo P120 in Blue with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1965 Volvo P120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 53,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DCE 381C, 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 61 years old, this Volvo P120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DCE 381C registered?

DCE 381C is a 1965 Volvo P120, first registered on 1 June 1965.

Is DCE 381C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCE 381C shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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