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MTR 215F

1968 Volvo P130

Cream Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,945 mi
Last recorded85,945 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 1968 Volvo P13053,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTR 215F
MakeVolvo
ModelP130
Year1968
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2018 85,945 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 82,395 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 78,990 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 76,292 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 73,404 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 69,535 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 65,891 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 12 Aug 2011 62,385 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 58,919 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 55,582 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 53,315 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 49,751 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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MTR 215F is a 1968 Volvo P130 in Cream with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 Volvo P130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 53,676 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MTR 215F, 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 58 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 MTR 215F registered?

MTR 215F is a 1968 Volvo P130, first registered on 1 January 1968.

Is MTR 215F safe to buy?

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