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F102 DFK

1989 Volvo 300 Series

Gold Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,992 mi
Last recorded43,992 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Volvo 300 Series77,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF102 DFK
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1989
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 43,992 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 43,992 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Nearside rear low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 43,090 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 43,087 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 43,084 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 42,944 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 42,662 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 42,095 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 41,540 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 41,004 miles

n/s o/s front and rear tyres start to crack

oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2015 40,057 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2014 39,547 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 38,760 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 37,989 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 37,060 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 36,506 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 35,674 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 35,021 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 34,157 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 32,738 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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F102 DFK is a 1989 Volvo 300 Series in Gold with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 77,792 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 F102 DFK, 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 37 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F102 DFK registered?

F102 DFK is a 1989 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 3 January 1989.

Is F102 DFK safe to buy?

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