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GMC 528J

1971 Volvo 100 Series

Yellow Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,759 mi
Last recorded145,759 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2008
Typical for 1971 Volvo 100 Series88,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMC 528J
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2008 145,759 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 144,849 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 139,591 miles

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

corrosion/hole in nearside of boot floor, but not within 30cm of a prescribed area

windscreen wiper blades split

Fail 1 Aug 2005 139,591 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

corrosion/hole in nearside of boot floor, but not within 30cm of a prescribed area

windscreen wiper blades split

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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GMC 528J is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series in Yellow with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GMC 528J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GMC 528J?

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What year was GMC 528J registered?

GMC 528J is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is GMC 528J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMC 528J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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