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1990 Volvo 300 Series 1.4L Petrol · H287 GEV

H287 GEV

1990 Volvo 300 Series (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1990. Recorded mileage 50,421 miles. MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024.

Make & Model
VOLVO 300 Series
Year / Origin
1990 · Bournemouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 16 Oct 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
50,421 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 16 Oct 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1990
Engine
1397cc
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H287 GEV Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/10/2023
  • 50,421 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

H287 GEV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 14:05
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Volvo 300 Series (H287 GEV) between July 2022 and October 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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H287 GEV Mileage History

  1. 19/07/202250,421 mi
  2. 18/10/202350,421 mi

Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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