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OVH 478G

1968 Volvo P130

Red Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,229 mi
Last recorded35,229 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1968 Volvo P13053,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVH 478G
MakeVolvo
ModelP130
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 May 2017 35,229 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 34,487 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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OVH 478G is a 1968 Volvo P130 in Red with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 Volvo P130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 53,676 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 OVH 478G, 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 58 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 OVH 478G registered?

OVH 478G is a 1968 Volvo P130, first registered on 1 August 1968.

Is OVH 478G safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVH 478G 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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