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RKA 14N

1974 Volvo 100 Series

Green Petrol 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,678 mi
Last recorded77,678 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 Volvo 100 Series95,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKA 14N
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 77,678 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 76,059 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 75,904 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 75,902 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 74,785 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 73,110 miles

reverse lights not working

Pass 27 Aug 2010 73,049 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 72,990 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Aug 2009 72,990 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 72,811 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 72,580 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 71,896 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 71,261 miles

rear fog light

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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RKA 14N is a 1974 Volvo 100 Series in Green with a 2,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1974 Volvo 100 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 95,830 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 100 Series fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RKA 14N, 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 52 years old, this Volvo 100 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RKA 14N registered?

RKA 14N is a 1974 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is RKA 14N safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKA 14N shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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