MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
58,473 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Volvo 300 Series?
Based on 60,684 MOT tests across 13,918 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OVF 260W is a 1980 Volvo 300 Series in White with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.
Across all 1980 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 57,915 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 300 Series fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 5,378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OVF 260W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volvo 300 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 46 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of OVF 260W?
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What year was OVF 260W registered?
OVF 260W is a 1980 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 29 August 1980.
Is OVF 260W safe to buy?
The MOT history for OVF 260W shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does OVF 260W have outstanding finance?
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