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PLP 176L

1973 Volvo 100 Series

White Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

54,918 mi
Last recorded54,918 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 1973 Volvo 100 Series93,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLP 176L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2017 54,918 miles

Offside Front inner wing weak

Offside Rear lower 1/4 weak

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Oct 2016 53,873 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 53,682 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 53,635 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 53,408 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 53,183 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 53,178 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 52,875 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 52,619 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 52,445 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 52,118 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 51,759 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 51,729 miles

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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PLP 176L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series in White with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PLP 176L, 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 PLP 176L?

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What year was PLP 176L registered?

PLP 176L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 25 June 1973.

Is PLP 176L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLP 176L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PLP 176L have outstanding finance?

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