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PLD 288L

1973 Volvo 100 Series

Green Petrol 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

107,278 mi
Last recorded107,278 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1973 Volvo 100 Series93,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLD 288L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 107,278 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2014 107,277 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.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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PLD 288L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series in Green with a 2,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 PLD 288L, 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 PLD 288L?

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What year was PLD 288L registered?

PLD 288L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is PLD 288L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLD 288L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PLD 288L have outstanding finance?

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