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H172 GDP

1991 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

62,309 mi
Last recorded62,309 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 1991 Volvo 300 Series75,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH172 GDP
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 62,309 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 62,157 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 62,204 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 61,832 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

corroion in boot floor

Pass 30 Dec 2010 61,654 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

corrosion in boot floor

Pass 16 Dec 2009 61,495 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 61,495 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 60,910 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 60,395 miles

Gearbox oil leak

Oil leak

Rear floorpan corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2007 59,529 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 58,534 miles

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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H172 GDP is a 1991 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1991 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 75,865 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 H172 GDP, 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 35 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 H172 GDP registered?

H172 GDP is a 1991 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 11 January 1991.

Is H172 GDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H172 GDP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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