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MMX 161L

1973 Volvo 100 Series

Green Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

109,123 mi
Last recorded109,123 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 1973 Volvo 100 Series93,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMX 161L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 109,123 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on side wall

Fail 30 Jun 2016 109,123 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated and brake failure light on (3.6.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill holed (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill holed (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear n/s/r tyre cracking on side wall

Pass 21 Aug 2014 109,112 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 109,112 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 109,097 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 109,097 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 108,764 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 108,051 miles

Brake warning light on.

Rear exhaust mounting rubbers perished.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 108,051 miles

Brake warning light on.

Rear exhaust mounting rubbers perished.

Pass 2 Jul 2009 107,588 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 106,442 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 106,442 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 104,700 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 104,264 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 161L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series in Green with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 161L, 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 161L?

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What year was MMX 161L registered?

MMX 161L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 17 January 1973.

Is MMX 161L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMX 161L shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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