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FMY 28J

1971 Volvo 100 Series

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,753 mi
Last recorded112,753 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2011
Typical for 1971 Volvo 100 Series88,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMY 28J
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2011 112,753 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Some corrosion of offside rear inner wing panel.

Steering play at wheel border line.

Fail 26 Sep 2011 112,753 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Some corrosion of offside rear inner wing panel.

Steering play at wheel border line.

Pass 18 May 2010 110,714 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Some play in steering box.

Some variation of foot brake effect on offside front wheel.

Fail 13 May 2009 108,792 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Outer Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 May 2009 108,792 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 104,565 miles

Some corrosion of offside rear wheel arch (in boot).

Some variation of foot brake effect on offside and nearside front wheels.

Fail 14 Apr 2008 104,470 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Some corrosion of offside rear wheel arch (in boot).

Some variation of foot brake effect on offside and nearside front wheels.

Pass 4 May 2007 101,685 miles

Some ehaust leakeage at manifold area.

Pass 29 Apr 2006 100,602 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volvo 100 Series?

Based on 3,665 MOT tests across 479 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
533
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
479
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 157
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 153
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 91
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 85
position lamp(s) not working 74
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FMY 28J is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 88,644 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FMY 28J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 100 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Volvo 100 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FMY 28J registered?

FMY 28J is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 20 January 1971.

Is FMY 28J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMY 28J shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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