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TGB 715G

1969 Volvo P120

Cream Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,100 mi
Last recorded89,100 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2019
Typical for 1969 Volvo P12053,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGB 715G
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1969
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2019 89,100 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 88,145 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 87,277 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 87,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 86,320 miles

protective coating covering all brake pipes

Fail 8 Apr 2011 86,320 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 85,856 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 84,129 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 84,129 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 81,978 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 80,369 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 80,369 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Volvo P120?

Based on 6,469 MOT tests across 699 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
640
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 237
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 210
Stop lamp not working 207
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 198
Horn not working 124
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TGB 715G is a 1969 Volvo P120 in Cream with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1969 Volvo P120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 53,625 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 P120 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGB 715G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo P120 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 57 years old, this Volvo P120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TGB 715G registered?

TGB 715G is a 1969 Volvo P120, first registered on 2 June 1969.

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The MOT history for TGB 715G shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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