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SAA 521M

1974 Volvo 100 Series

Green Petrol 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,205 mi
Last recorded73,205 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1974 Volvo 100 Series95,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAA 521M
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 73,205 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 73,199 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 73,199 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 73,135 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 73,060 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 73,034 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 72,448 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 72,433 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f anti roll bar drop link corroded and weakened slightly

Pass 21 Apr 2011 71,704 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 71,560 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2008 70,733 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 70,349 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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SAA 521M is a 1974 Volvo 100 Series in Green with a 2,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SAA 521M, 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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What year was SAA 521M registered?

SAA 521M is a 1974 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 5 April 1974.

Is SAA 521M safe to buy?

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