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PBL 866L

1973 Volvo 100 Series

Yellow Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,452 mi
Last recorded170,452 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2009
Typical for 1973 Volvo 100 Series93,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBL 866L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2009 170,452 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 167,446 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 165,680 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 163,731 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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PBL 866L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series in Yellow with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PBL 866L, 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

How do I check the history of PBL 866L?

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What year was PBL 866L registered?

PBL 866L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 11 July 1973.

Is PBL 866L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBL 866L shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBL 866L have outstanding finance?

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