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TMH 849M

1974 Volvo 100 Series

Yellow Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

126,876 mi
Last recorded126,876 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 1974 Volvo 100 Series95,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMH 849M
MakeVolvo
Model100 Series
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 126,876 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 126,332 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 125,886 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

propshaft u/j worn

rear axle bump stops missing

Pass 11 Nov 2014 125,299 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Steering idler arm bushes worn

handbrake nearing limit of travel

rear axle bump stops missing

windscreen washers restricted

Pass 5 Dec 2013 124,529 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 123,646 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear inner body corroded

offside rear inner body corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2011 122,491 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 120,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 119,480 miles

nearside steering idler arm bushes worn

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 19 Nov 2008 117,016 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

nearside handbrake reading low

slight wear in steering idler arm

Pass 13 Nov 2007 115,455 miles

Oil leak

corrosion

Pass 20 Oct 2006 113,197 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 113,146 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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TMH 849M is a 1974 Volvo 100 Series in Yellow with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 TMH 849M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TMH 849M registered?

TMH 849M is a 1974 Volvo 100 Series, first registered on 13 February 1974.

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The MOT history for TMH 849M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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