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OAH 299M

1973 Volvo 100 Series

Gold Petrol 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

127,814 mi
Last recorded127,814 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 1973 Volvo 100 Series93,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAH 299M
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,980cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2019 127,814 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 127,741 miles

Central Front dash lights inoperative

Fail 10 Jan 2018 127,441 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Central Front dash lights inoperative

Nearside Front Nail in tyre (tubed tyres) ()

Pass 23 Apr 2016 127,479 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 127,479 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 127,362 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 127,229 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 128,954 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 126,829 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 126,784 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 126,715 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 126,611 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 126,491 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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OAH 299M is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series in Gold with a 2,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OAH 299M, 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.

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How do I check the history of OAH 299M?

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What year was OAH 299M registered?

OAH 299M is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 5 September 1973.

Is OAH 299M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAH 299M shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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