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SRC 519L

1971 Volvo 100 Series

Gold Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,053 mi
Last recorded129,053 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2007
Typical for 1971 Volvo 100 Series88,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRC 519L
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2007 129,053 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 129,051 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Battery insecure

Oil leak

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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SRC 519L is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series in Gold with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 88,644 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 SRC 519L, 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 55 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 SRC 519L?

You can check the full history of SRC 519L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SRC 519L registered?

SRC 519L is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is SRC 519L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRC 519L 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 SRC 519L have outstanding finance?

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