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PCT 899M

1974 Volvo 100 Series

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,031 mi
Last recorded80,031 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2007
Typical for 1974 Volvo 100 Series95,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCT 899M
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2007 80,031 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 80,031 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 79,664 miles

Offside Inner Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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PCT 899M is a 1974 Volvo 100 Series in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 95,830 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 PCT 899M, 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 52 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 PCT 899M?

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What year was PCT 899M registered?

PCT 899M is a 1974 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is PCT 899M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCT 899M shows 3 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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