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VDF 429X

1982 Volvo 300 Series

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,553 mi
Last recorded62,553 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1982 Volvo 300 Series69,637 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDF 429X
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 62,553 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top strut mounting bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top strut mounting bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2021 62,553 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top strut mounting bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top strut mounting bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 59,377 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 58,037 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 55,046 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2017 55,046 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 53,856 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 300 Series?

Based on 60,684 MOT tests across 13,918 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
1,789
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
13,918
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,378
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,789
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,281
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,666
Stop lamp not working 2,346
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VDF 429X is a 1982 Volvo 300 Series in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 69,637 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 300 Series fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 5,378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VDF 429X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 300 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 44 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VDF 429X registered?

VDF 429X is a 1982 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 12 February 1982.

Is VDF 429X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDF 429X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VDF 429X have outstanding finance?

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