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Volvo 300 series

Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 1 years from 38 real MOT tests.

Avg Pass Rate

76%

Total Tests

38

Best Year

1990 (76%)

Years Covered

1

How reliable is the Volvo 300 series?

vs national average-6% (82% avg)
vs Volvo brand average-11% (87% avg)
Best to worst year spread0 percentage points

Volvo 300 series by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
199076%3864,680 mi

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About the Volvo 300 series

The Volvo 300 series has been tested 38 times in 2024 MOT data across 1 model years (1990 to 1990), with an average pass rate of 76%. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol.

Best and Worst Years

The 1990 model is the most reliable with a 76% pass rate from 38 tests. The 1990 model has the lowest at 76%. With just a 0 point spread, the 300 series is consistently reliable regardless of year.

Compared to the Volvo brand average of 87%, the 300 series is 11 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Volvo models.

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