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GAN 88J

1971 Volvo 100 Series

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,961 mi
Last recorded131,961 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 1971 Volvo 100 Series88,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAN 88J
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2025 131,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 131,693 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 131,535 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 131,376 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 131,120 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 131,065 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 131,039 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 131,002 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 130,970 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 130,188 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 130,099 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 129,987 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 129,795 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 129,381 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 128,897 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 128,310 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 127,806 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 127,533 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 126,756 miles

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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GAN 88J is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests 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 GAN 88J, 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 GAN 88J registered?

GAN 88J is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is GAN 88J safe to buy?

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