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KEY 463P

1976 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,895 mi
Last recorded49,895 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEY 463P
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2008 49,895 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 49,891 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 49,683 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 49,369 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyes getting low on 2mm.

nail in o/s rear tyre.

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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KEY 463P is a 1976 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%.

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 KEY 463P, 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 50 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KEY 463P?

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What year was KEY 463P registered?

KEY 463P is a 1976 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 30 March 1976.

Is KEY 463P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEY 463P 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.

Does KEY 463P have outstanding finance?

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