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MLW 76L

1972 Volvo 100 Series

Blue Petrol 2980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,117 mi
Last recorded58,117 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1972 Volvo 100 Series89,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLW 76L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 58,117 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 56,258 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 48,424 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

windscreen scratched in zone b

Pass 23 Oct 2013 48,076 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 47,317 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 46,488 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 45,323 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 45,323 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 45,211 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 45,202 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2008 45,192 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 45,192 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 May 2007 45,188 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 45,188 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 48,384 miles

Corrosion to front brake flex pipe ferrules, and under front panels.

Pass 18 May 2006 45,159 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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MLW 76L is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series in Blue with a 2,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 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 MLW 76L, 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 54 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 MLW 76L registered?

MLW 76L is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 31 October 1972.

Is MLW 76L safe to buy?

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