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MJW 8K

1972 Volvo 100 Series

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

100,013 mi
Last recorded100,013 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2014
Typical for 1972 Volvo 100 Series89,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJW 8K
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2014 100,013 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 99,885 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 99,731 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 99,378 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 99,378 miles

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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MJW 8K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJW 8K, 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 54 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 MJW 8K registered?

MJW 8K is a 1972 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 2 May 1972.

Is MJW 8K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJW 8K shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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