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YJB 500H

1970 Volvo 100 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,333 mi
Last recorded153,333 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2008
Typical for 1970 Volvo 100 Series115,461 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJB 500H
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2008 153,333 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 152,414 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 152,306 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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YJB 500H is a 1970 Volvo 100 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJB 500H, 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

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What year was YJB 500H registered?

YJB 500H is a 1970 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 1 June 1970.

Is YJB 500H safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJB 500H shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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