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E108 SUE

1988 Volvo 300 Series

Green Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,592 mi
Last recorded86,592 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 1988 Volvo 300 Series78,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE108 SUE
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2023 86,592 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 86,303 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2016 85,615 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

slight play in steering rack inner joint's

Pass 10 Feb 2015 85,100 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 84,409 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 83,504 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 82,942 miles

Oil leak

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 15 Oct 2010 82,276 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 81,086 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 79,748 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 78,647 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 77,230 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 76,149 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 300 Series?

Based on 60,684 MOT tests across 13,918 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
1,789
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
13,918
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,378
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,789
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,281
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,666
Stop lamp not working 2,346
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E108 SUE is a 1988 Volvo 300 Series in Green with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 78,647 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 300 Series fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 5,378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E108 SUE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 300 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 38 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E108 SUE?

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What year was E108 SUE registered?

E108 SUE is a 1988 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 11 March 1988.

Is E108 SUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E108 SUE shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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