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D997 TAU

1986 Volvo 300 Series

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,973 mi
Last recorded131,973 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2006
Typical for 1986 Volvo 300 Series72,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD997 TAU
MakeVolvo
Model300 Series
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2006 131,973 miles

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

nearside steering rack end has slight play

wiper blade split at one end

Pass 22 Aug 2005 128,046 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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D997 TAU is a 1986 Volvo 300 Series in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Volvo 300 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 72,017 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 D997 TAU, 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 40 years old, this Volvo 300 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D997 TAU registered?

D997 TAU is a 1986 Volvo 300 Series, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D997 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D997 TAU shows 2 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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