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G104 AGV

1990 Volvo 300 Series

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,497 mi
Last recorded54,497 miles
Recorded on16 May 2011
Typical for 1990 Volvo 300 Series71,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG104 AGV
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2011 54,497 miles

fuel smell & evidence/staing at & around base of carburettor.

n/side rear tyre has damage at corner of outer side wall & tread.

no high level stop light operating.

Fail 12 May 2011 54,497 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

fuel smell & evidence/staing at & around base of carburettor.

n/side rear tyre has damage at corner of outer side wall & tread.

no high level stop light operating.

Pass 28 May 2010 53,618 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 53,618 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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

both front floors corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2009 51,942 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 May 2008 49,639 miles

lower front panel corroded

n/s rear chassis becoming corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2007 46,784 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 46,754 miles

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 25 May 2006 44,380 miles

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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G104 AGV is a 1990 Volvo 300 Series in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 71,603 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 G104 AGV, 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 36 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 G104 AGV registered?

G104 AGV is a 1990 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 30 March 1990.

Is G104 AGV safe to buy?

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