MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
84,933 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Rear seat belts not working
How Reliable is the Volvo 300 Series?
Based on 60,684 MOT tests across 13,918 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GUK 249W is a 1980 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1980 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 57,915 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 GUK 249W, 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 46 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of GUK 249W?
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What year was GUK 249W registered?
GUK 249W is a 1980 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 1 October 1980.
Is GUK 249W safe to buy?
The MOT history for GUK 249W 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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