1967 Volvo 122 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 122 models manufactured in 1967, based on 162 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1967 Volvo 122 MOT Analysis
The 1967 Volvo 122 has an MOT pass rate of 62.3% based on 162 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 53,051 miles on the odometer. With a 37.7% failure rate, the 1967 122 is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1967 Volvo 122 is Suspension, responsible for 1.2% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500.
Top failures specific to 1967 models only. The overall 122 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 1.2% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 53,051 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.23 | 1.2% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1967 Volvo 122 has an MOT pass rate of 62.3% based on 162 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 53,051 miles on the odometer. With a 37.7% failure rate, the 1967 122 is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1967 Volvo 122, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. At 53,051 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Suspension — 1.2% of failures
Suspension issues account for 1.2% of MOT failures on 1967 Volvo 122 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.