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F127 GFK

1989 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1721cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,727 mi
Last recorded155,727 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 1989 Volvo 300 Series77,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF127 GFK
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,721cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2020 155,727 miles

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 149,600 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. sticky (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 144,890 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 142,146 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 138,758 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 138,757 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 134,910 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2009 134,903 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 130,269 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 124,584 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 118,180 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 118,177 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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F127 GFK is a 1989 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,721cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F127 GFK, 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.

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What year was F127 GFK registered?

F127 GFK is a 1989 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 15 May 1989.

Is F127 GFK safe to buy?

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