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DET 671D

1966 Volvo P120

Red Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,670 mi
Last recorded85,670 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 1966 Volvo P12050,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDET 671D
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 85,670 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 85,667 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 85,219 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 84,995 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 84,809 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 84,809 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 May 2015 84,435 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 84,164 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 83,759 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 83,255 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 82,764 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 82,544 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 81,970 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 81,970 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 81,426 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 81,416 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 80,577 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 79,353 miles

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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DET 671D is a 1966 Volvo P120 in Red with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1966 Volvo P120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 50,726 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 DET 671D, 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 60 years old, this Volvo P120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DET 671D?

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What year was DET 671D registered?

DET 671D is a 1966 Volvo P120, first registered on 1 March 1966.

Is DET 671D safe to buy?

The MOT history for DET 671D shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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