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GMA 494K

1972 Volvo 100 Series

Gold Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

44,618 mi
Last recorded44,618 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1972 Volvo 100 Series89,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMA 494K
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 44,618 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 43,752 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 43,261 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 42,206 miles

n/side droplink arm has some play

Pass 28 Apr 2015 41,307 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 41,307 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 May 2014 40,318 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 38,776 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 38,158 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 38,075 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 37,605 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 37,605 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 7 May 2009 37,095 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 36,647 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 36,279 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 35,819 miles

Nearside Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 10 May 2006 35,819 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GMA 494K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series in Gold with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1972 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 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 GMA 494K, 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 54 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 GMA 494K registered?

GMA 494K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is GMA 494K safe to buy?

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