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RUY 222L

1973 Volvo 100 Series

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

136,351 mi
Last recorded136,351 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2006
Typical for 1973 Volvo 100 Series93,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUY 222L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2006 136,351 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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

exhaust blowing on joints †

extensive corrosion of entire vehicle †

n/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisey

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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RUY 222L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 RUY 222L, 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 RUY 222L?

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What year was RUY 222L registered?

RUY 222L is a 1973 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is RUY 222L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUY 222L shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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