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WHU 709H

1970 Volvo P120

Green Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,493 mi
Last recorded57,493 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2013
Typical for 1970 Volvo P12043,715 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHU 709H
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2013 57,493 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 56,730 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 55,801 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 55,296 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 54,067 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 52,595 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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WHU 709H is a 1970 Volvo P120 in Green with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Volvo P120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 43,715 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 WHU 709H, 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 56 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 WHU 709H registered?

WHU 709H is a 1970 Volvo P120, first registered on 12 March 1970.

Is WHU 709H safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHU 709H shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WHU 709H have outstanding finance?

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