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DSO 27C

1985 Volvo P120

Blue Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

67,825 mi
Last recorded67,825 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSO 27C
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 67,825 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 66,699 miles
Pass 27 May 2024 65,743 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 64,753 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 63,501 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 62,423 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 61,690 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 60,143 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 60,141 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 44% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 59,531 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 58,691 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 57,876 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 57,257 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 55,941 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 55,941 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 55,178 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 54,527 miles

offside front track rod end worn & near fail limit ( strongly advise change out )

Pass 8 Oct 2010 54,206 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 54,201 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 53,717 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 53,492 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 53,231 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 52,398 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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DSO 27C is a 1985 Volvo P120 in Blue with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DSO 27C, 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 41 years old, this Volvo P120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DSO 27C registered?

DSO 27C is a 1985 Volvo P120, first registered on 1 September 1985.

Is DSO 27C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSO 27C shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DSO 27C have outstanding finance?

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