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FYR 500J

1971 Volvo 100 Series

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,501 mi
Last recorded119,501 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2005
Typical for 1971 Volvo 100 Series88,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYR 500J
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2005 119,501 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FYR 500J is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FYR 500J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FYR 500J?

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What year was FYR 500J registered?

FYR 500J is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 4 February 1971.

Is FYR 500J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYR 500J shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FYR 500J have outstanding finance?

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