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DHJ 918K

1972 Volvo 100 Series

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

165,013 mi
Last recorded165,013 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1972 Volvo 100 Series89,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHJ 918K
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 165,013 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

Nearside steering idler slightly worn

Fail 16 Apr 2019 165,006 miles

Central Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside steering idler slightly worn

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2018 153,827 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Feb 2018 153,827 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 141,165 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 146,144 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

N/side rear brake binding slightly

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

Steering idler box has slight play

Pass 15 Apr 2016 134,848 miles

The park brake requires adjustment or rtepair

Pass 11 Jun 2015 124,793 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 124,779 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

front and rear reg plates deteriorating

offside front shock lower bush worn

offside sill corroded

Pass 10 May 2014 112,372 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 103,427 miles

N/side rear shocker mount slight corrosion.

O/side front wheel bearing slight play

Slight play steering idler box

Pass 21 Jan 2012 93,231 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 80,940 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 71,665 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 59,678 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 52,433 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 52,372 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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DHJ 918K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1972 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DHJ 918K, 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 54 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 DHJ 918K registered?

DHJ 918K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 5 May 1972.

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