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G496 BFX

1989 Volvo 300 Series

Grey Petrol 1721cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,454 mi
Last recorded74,454 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2006
Typical for 1989 Volvo 300 Series77,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG496 BFX
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,721cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2006 74,454 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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G496 BFX is a 1989 Volvo 300 Series in Grey with a 1,721cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 77,792 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 G496 BFX, 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 37 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 G496 BFX?

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What year was G496 BFX registered?

G496 BFX is a 1989 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 18 August 1989.

Is G496 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G496 BFX 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.

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