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GAH 933K

1972 Volvo 300 Series

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

67,748 mi
Last recorded67,748 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAH 933K
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2009 67,748 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 63,893 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 61,644 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 61,644 miles

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 60,819 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 60,819 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

suspen sion components getting corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2005 59,411 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 59,411 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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GAH 933K is a 1972 Volvo 300 Series in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GAH 933K, 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 54 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAH 933K registered?

GAH 933K is a 1972 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 19 July 1972.

Is GAH 933K safe to buy?

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