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VHY 340H

1970 Volvo 100 Series

Blue Petrol 2978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,158 mi
Last recorded136,158 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2011
Typical for 1970 Volvo 100 Series115,461 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHY 340H
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,978cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2011 136,158 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 135,690 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 135,690 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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VHY 340H is a 1970 Volvo 100 Series in Blue with a 2,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 115,461 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 VHY 340H, 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 56 years old, this Volvo 100 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VHY 340H?

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What year was VHY 340H registered?

VHY 340H is a 1970 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 7 January 1970.

Is VHY 340H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHY 340H 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.

Does VHY 340H have outstanding finance?

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