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FJB 872C

1965 Volvo P130

Blue Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,177 mi
Last recorded7,177 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2012
Typical for 1965 Volvo P13056,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJB 872C
MakeVolvo
ModelP130
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2012 7,177 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 7,168 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 207,086 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 6,813 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 5,583 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 5,053 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 4,295 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 4,295 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Volvo P130?

Based on 1,992 MOT tests across 212 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 93
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 58
Stop lamp not working 56
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 47
position lamp(s) not working 45
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FJB 872C is a 1965 Volvo P130 in Blue with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1965 Volvo P130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 56,109 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo P130 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJB 872C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo P130 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 61 years old, this Volvo P130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJB 872C registered?

FJB 872C is a 1965 Volvo P130, first registered on 9 July 1965.

Is FJB 872C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJB 872C shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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