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D174 VJK

1987 Volvo 300 Series

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,140 mi
Last recorded81,140 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2010
Typical for 1987 Volvo 300 Series72,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD174 VJK
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2010 81,140 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 80,480 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 80,441 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

advis n/s/f floor corroded and holed

Pass 20 Feb 2008 79,415 miles

advise both front floors corroded and holed

Pass 9 Feb 2007 78,112 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 76,270 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 300 Series?

Based on 60,684 MOT tests across 13,918 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
1,789
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
13,918
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,378
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,789
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,281
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,666
Stop lamp not working 2,346
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D174 VJK is a 1987 Volvo 300 Series in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 72,354 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 300 Series fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 5,378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D174 VJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 300 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 39 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D174 VJK?

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What year was D174 VJK registered?

D174 VJK is a 1987 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D174 VJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D174 VJK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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