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MMX 108L

1973 Volvo 100 Series

Yellow Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,554 mi
Last recorded59,554 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Volvo 100 Series93,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMX 108L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 59,554 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 58,515 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 58,234 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 56,822 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 56,822 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 54,633 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 52,809 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 48,662 miles

Oil leak

slight play in steering box

Pass 2 Jun 2007 46,964 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 44,690 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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MMX 108L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series in Yellow with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MMX 108L, 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

How do I check the history of MMX 108L?

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What year was MMX 108L registered?

MMX 108L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 10 January 1973.

Is MMX 108L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMX 108L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MMX 108L have outstanding finance?

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