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FMD 42J

1970 Volvo P120

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,626 mi
Last recorded34,626 miles
Recorded on5 May 2006
Typical for 1970 Volvo P12043,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMD 42J
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 May 2006 34,626 miles

note corrosion starting to underbody front brake inballance 24%

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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FMD 42J is a 1970 Volvo P120 in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Volvo P120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 43,715 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FMD 42J, 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 56 years old, this Volvo P120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FMD 42J registered?

FMD 42J is a 1970 Volvo P120, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is FMD 42J safe to buy?

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