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Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
How Reliable is the Volvo 300 Series?
Based on 60,684 MOT tests across 13,918 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FCH 423J is a 1971 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 FCH 423J, 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 55 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 FCH 423J?
You can check the full history of FCH 423J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FCH 423J registered?
FCH 423J is a 1971 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 22 February 1971.
Is FCH 423J safe to buy?
The MOT history for FCH 423J shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FCH 423J have outstanding finance?
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