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MFM 898Y

1982 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,678 mi
Last recorded83,678 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 1982 Volvo 300 Series69,637 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFM 898Y
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2022 83,678 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 82,295 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 80,498 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 78,928 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 76,719 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 76,650 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 76,452 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 75,826 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 75,341 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 74,620 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 74,133 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 73,612 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 72,998 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 77,418 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 718,300 miles

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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MFM 898Y is a 1982 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 69,637 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MFM 898Y, 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 44 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 MFM 898Y registered?

MFM 898Y is a 1982 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 13 December 1982.

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