MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,261 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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ADVISE VEHICLE IS CORRODED ON UNDERSIDE AND COVERED IN UNDERSEAL
ADVISE VEHICLE IS HOLED IN NON PRESCRIBED AREAS
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
ADVISE VEHICLE IS CORRODED ON UNDERSIDE AND COVERED IN UNDERSEAL
ADVISE VEHICLE IS HOLED IN NON PRESCRIBED AREAS
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
advise vehicle corroded and holed in non prescribed areas
advise vehicle is very corroded on underside
Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
BRAKE PIPES ARE COVERED IN HEAVY UNDERSEAL
FRONT MUD FLAPS LOOSE
OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FRONT INNER WINGS CORRODED
OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FRONT TYRES PERISHED
OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE SILL EDGES CORRODED
SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
oil leak
How Reliable is the Volvo 100 Series?
Based on 3,665 MOT tests across 479 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XPW 879H is a 1970 Volvo 100 Series in Yellow with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 XPW 879H, 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 XPW 879H?
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What year was XPW 879H registered?
XPW 879H is a 1970 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 6 July 1970.
Is XPW 879H safe to buy?
The MOT history for XPW 879H shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does XPW 879H have outstanding finance?
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