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UVN 474

1970 Volvo P130

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

49,730 mi
Last recorded49,730 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 1970 Volvo P13043,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVN 474
MakeVolvo
ModelP130
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 49,730 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 49,192 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 48,716 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 May 2020 48,641 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 47,961 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 47,268 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 46,257 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 44,633 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe lightly rubbing (3.6.C.1b)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear (2.7.2a)

boot floor nsr slight corrossion

slight wear on inner edges of both front tyres

Pass 13 Apr 2015 43,584 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 41,563 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 40,111 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 39,372 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 38,176 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 36,841 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 36,841 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 35,625 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 34,322 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 33,888 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 32,676 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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UVN 474 is a 1970 Volvo P130 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1970 Volvo P130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 43,051 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 UVN 474, 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 56 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 UVN 474?

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What year was UVN 474 registered?

UVN 474 is a 1970 Volvo P130, first registered on 19 June 1970.

Is UVN 474 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVN 474 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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