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HAH 655L

1972 Volvo 100 Series

White Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

125,043 mi
Last recorded125,043 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Volvo 100 Series89,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAH 655L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 125,043 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 124,968 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 122,620 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 122,514 miles

Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 119,955 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 116,840 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 112,563 miles

Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

passenger seats removed

Fail 27 Nov 2013 112,563 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

passenger seats removed

Pass 22 Oct 2012 109,113 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 107,440 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 105,178 miles

heavey corrosion under and around body all ok at time of test/ cracks on rear suspension bushes ok at time of test

Pass 15 Nov 2007 98,403 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 98,401 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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HAH 655L is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series in White with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 HAH 655L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HAH 655L registered?

HAH 655L is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is HAH 655L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAH 655L shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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