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TVE 324K

1971 Volvo 100 Series

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,496 mi
Last recorded65,496 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2007
Typical for 1971 Volvo 100 Series88,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVE 324K
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2007 65,496 miles

nearside rear inner wheel arch panel small hole and corroded

Fail 21 Feb 2007 65,468 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

please note perscribed areas need to be welded

silles both sides repaired with fibreglass/filler

underside has many areas covered in fibreglass/filler/sealer

wheel arches at rear repaired in filler/fibreglass/sealer

Pass 6 Mar 2006 65,204 miles

nearside rear inner wheel arch panel corroded and holed

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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TVE 324K is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TVE 324K, 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

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What year was TVE 324K registered?

TVE 324K is a 1971 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is TVE 324K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVE 324K shows 3 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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