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UPC 71F

1968 Volvo P130

Red Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,480 mi
Last recorded4,480 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 1968 Volvo P13053,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPC 71F
MakeVolvo
ModelP130
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2013 4,480 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 4,192 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 103,987 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 103,452 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 3,045 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 2,820 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 2,820 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 2,706 miles

Drivers side front flexi hose twisted

Rear flexi hose twistwed

Pass 12 Jun 2006 2,467 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 2,147 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo P130?

Based on 1,992 MOT tests across 212 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 93
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 58
Stop lamp not working 56
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 47
position lamp(s) not working 45
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UPC 71F is a 1968 Volvo P130 in Red with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1968 Volvo P130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 53,676 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo P130 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPC 71F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo P130 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 58 years old, this Volvo P130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UPC 71F?

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What year was UPC 71F registered?

UPC 71F is a 1968 Volvo P130, first registered on 29 March 1968.

Is UPC 71F safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPC 71F shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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