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GBJ 197C

1965 Volvo P120

Blue Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

61,154 mi
Last recorded61,154 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1965 Volvo P12053,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBJ 197C
MakeVolvo
ModelP120
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 61,154 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 60,030 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 59,735 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 58,980 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 58,900 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 58,892 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 58,712 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 58,675 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak from diff

oil leak from engine

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 7 Oct 2009 58,602 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 58,597 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 58,412 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 58,270 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 58,172 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 58,162 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo P120?

Based on 6,469 MOT tests across 699 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
640
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 237
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 210
Stop lamp not working 207
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 198
Horn not working 124
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GBJ 197C is a 1965 Volvo P120 in Blue with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1965 Volvo P120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 53,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo P120 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GBJ 197C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo P120 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 61 years old, this Volvo P120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBJ 197C registered?

GBJ 197C is a 1965 Volvo P120, first registered on 6 December 1965.

Is GBJ 197C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBJ 197C shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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