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WYD 203H

1970 Volvo 100 Series

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,957 mi
Last recorded71,957 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1970 Volvo 100 Series115,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYD 203H
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 71,957 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 66,655 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 66,655 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre slightly out of shape

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

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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WYD 203H is a 1970 Volvo 100 Series in White with a 1,998cc 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 WYD 203H, 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 WYD 203H?

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What year was WYD 203H registered?

WYD 203H is a 1970 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 6 January 1970.

Is WYD 203H safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYD 203H 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.

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