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WTE 759D

1997 Volvo P120

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,276 mi
Last recorded24,276 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTE 759D
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2012 24,276 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 24,276 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Upper Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Upper Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 24,069 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 24,069 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2009 23,803 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2008 22,947 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 25 Jun 2008 22,880 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 22,138 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 22,138 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 9 May 2006 21,908 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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WTE 759D is a 1997 Volvo P120 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WTE 759D, 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 29 years old, this Volvo P120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WTE 759D registered?

WTE 759D is a 1997 Volvo P120, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is WTE 759D safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTE 759D shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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