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DMW 454L

1973 Volvo 100 Series

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,862 mi
Last recorded85,862 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1973 Volvo 100 Series93,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMW 454L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 85,862 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 82,270 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 81,483 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 81,042 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 77,987 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 77,937 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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DMW 454L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 93,766 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 DMW 454L, 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 53 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 DMW 454L registered?

DMW 454L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 7 May 1973.

Is DMW 454L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMW 454L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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