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DLW 663C

1965 Volvo P120

Grey Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,803 mi
Last recorded55,803 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1965 Volvo P12053,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLW 663C
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1965
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 55,803 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 55,803 miles

Front Direction indicators not working and rear (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced dipped and main beams (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp stop light (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced dipped and main beams (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 55,698 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 55,698 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2013 55,559 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 55,466 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 55,245 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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DLW 663C is a 1965 Volvo P120 in Grey with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 DLW 663C, 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 DLW 663C registered?

DLW 663C is a 1965 Volvo P120, first registered on 25 March 1965.

Is DLW 663C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLW 663C shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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