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MPA 211D

1966 Volvo P130

White Petrol 1730cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,222 mi
Last recorded49,222 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 1966 Volvo P13053,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPA 211D
MakeVolvo
ModelP130
Year1966
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,730cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 49,222 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 49,180 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 49,180 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 49,014 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 49,010 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 47,510 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 Mar 2012 47,510 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2006 99,862 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo P130?

Based on 1,992 MOT tests across 212 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 93
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 58
Stop lamp not working 56
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 47
position lamp(s) not working 45
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MPA 211D is a 1966 Volvo P130 in White with a 1,730cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1966 Volvo P130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 53,890 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 P130 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPA 211D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo P130 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 60 years old, this Volvo P130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MPA 211D registered?

MPA 211D is a 1966 Volvo P130, first registered on 28 June 1966.

Is MPA 211D safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPA 211D shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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