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PGC 838K

1972 Volvo 100 Series

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

118,879 mi
Last recorded118,879 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Volvo 100 Series89,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGC 838K
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc
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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 118,879 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 118,879 miles

Direction indicator not working all (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Steering pivot point has excessive play both sides - drop joint (2.2.B.1g)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2016 113,227 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 113,227 miles

Nearside Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure multi linkage bush (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 108,823 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 108,823 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings multi-linkage rear bush (2.2.B.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 130,594 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2014 130,594 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

engine oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2013 127,847 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 127,847 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 May 2012 121,954 miles

Oil leak

headlamps light output slightly reduced

Fail 1 May 2012 121,954 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak

headlamps light output slightly reduced

Pass 30 Apr 2012 121,939 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 121,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 118,101 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 118,101 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 115,346 miles

ADVISE; Both offside front & rear door sill corroded / nearside front wing corroded upper & lower section / battery in-secure / both front floor slightly corroded.

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.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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PGC 838K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1972 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 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 PGC 838K, 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 54 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 PGC 838K registered?

PGC 838K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 6 April 1972.

Is PGC 838K safe to buy?

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