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J637 PTM

1971 Volvo 900 Series

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

221,723 mi
Last recorded221,723 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2008
Typical for 1971 Volvo 900 Series161,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ637 PTM
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2008 221,723 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 221,723 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 25 Jan 2007 215,113 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both door mirrors cracked.

front numbert plate cracked.

Pass 25 Jan 2007 215,113 miles

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

both door mirrors cracked.

front numbert plate cracked.

Pass 16 Feb 2006 209,268 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

How Reliable is the Volvo 900 Series?

Based on 412,062 MOT tests across 46,694 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
4,489
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
46,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 19,439
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,365
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 13,124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,280
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J637 PTM is a 1971 Volvo 900 Series in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1971 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 161,544 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 900 Series fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 19,439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J637 PTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 900 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 55 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J637 PTM?

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What year was J637 PTM registered?

J637 PTM is a 1971 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is J637 PTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J637 PTM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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