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UPX 316F

1968 Volvo P120

Red Petrol 1778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,893 mi
Last recorded55,893 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2012
Typical for 1968 Volvo P12044,537 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPX 316F
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,778cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2012 55,893 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

nearside front floor holed and corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2011 54,920 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 54,151 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 53,744 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 52,515 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 46,536 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Aug 2005 42,001 miles

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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UPX 316F is a 1968 Volvo P120 in Red with a 1,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 Volvo P120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 44,537 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UPX 316F, 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 58 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 UPX 316F registered?

UPX 316F is a 1968 Volvo P120, first registered on 23 January 1968.

Is UPX 316F safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPX 316F shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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