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KFL 201L

1973 Volvo 100 Series

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,725 mi
Last recorded100,725 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 1973 Volvo 100 Series93,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFL 201L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 100,725 miles

Slight corrosion of All Brake Discs

Fail 13 May 2016 100,725 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Slight corrosion of All Brake Discs

Pass 24 Apr 2015 100,679 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 100,620 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 100,620 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 100,545 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 100,541 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2012 100,483 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 100,369 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 100,346 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 99,816 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

RUBBER MOUNTING BUSHES PERISHED

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 99,794 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 99,575 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Jul 2005 99,249 miles

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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KFL 201L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1973 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 93,766 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KFL 201L, 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 53 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 KFL 201L registered?

KFL 201L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 16 May 1973.

Is KFL 201L safe to buy?

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