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MVG 107C

1978 Volvo P120

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,227 mi
Last recorded62,227 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVG 107C
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 62,227 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 61,621 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 60,462 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 59,616 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 59,588 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 58,790 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 58,032 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 56,079 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 56,078 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 55,824 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 55,824 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 55,410 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 54,690 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 53,327 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 52,681 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 51,447 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 50,073 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009
Pass 7 Mar 2008 48,204 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 46,375 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 45,258 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo P120?

Based on 6,469 MOT tests across 699 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
640
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 237
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 210
Stop lamp not working 207
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 198
Horn not working 124
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MVG 107C is a 1978 Volvo P120 in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Volvo P120 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MVG 107C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo P120 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 48 years old, this Volvo P120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MVG 107C?

You can check the full history of MVG 107C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MVG 107C registered?

MVG 107C is a 1978 Volvo P120, first registered on 14 December 1978.

Is MVG 107C safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVG 107C shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MVG 107C have outstanding finance?

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