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NVW 712M

1973 Volvo 100 Series

Green Petrol 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,343 mi
Last recorded103,343 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 1973 Volvo 100 Series93,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVW 712M
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 103,343 miles

advise corrosion on inner wings but not in perscribed area

Fail 2 Jun 2014 103,267 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 101,954 miles

corrosion on o/s and n/s front but not structal

Pass 11 Oct 2011 100,094 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 100,094 miles

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 99,700 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Jun 2010

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

power steering pump minor misting

Pass 1 May 2009 98,997 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 97,366 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 97,366 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 94,831 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 92,778 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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NVW 712M is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series in Green with a 2,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NVW 712M, 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

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What year was NVW 712M registered?

NVW 712M is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 17 August 1973.

Is NVW 712M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVW 712M shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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