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HLM 981V

1979 Volvo 300 Series

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

45,663 mi
Last recorded45,663 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 1979 Volvo 300 Series74,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLM 981V
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 45,663 miles

corrossion visible on wheelarch & valance areas

front mudflaps insecure

front springs & spring platforms showing corrossion

rear shock lower bushes heavily perished

Fail 8 May 2012 45,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

corrossion visible on wheelarch & valance areas

front mudflaps insecure

front springs & spring platforms showing corrossion

rear shock lower bushes heavily perished

Pass 5 May 2011 45,183 miles

areas of corrossion on exterior panels

both sides rear shocker lower bushes split

Pass 12 May 2010 44,501 miles

both front suspension springs rusty

both rear lower shocker bushes perished

n/s/f mudflap insecure

Pass 13 May 2009 43,971 miles

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

nearside front mud flap insecure

rear shock absorber lower bushes perished

Pass 14 May 2008 43,180 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 43,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 May 2007 40,604 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 40,604 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 May 2006 37,834 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 37,834 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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HLM 981V is a 1979 Volvo 300 Series in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1979 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 74,132 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 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 HLM 981V, 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 47 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 HLM 981V registered?

HLM 981V is a 1979 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 3 August 1979.

Is HLM 981V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLM 981V shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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