Not Sold (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1972 Volvo 144 DL Saloon Subject to an extensive restoration
United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2026 • Lot 267
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1972 Volvo 144 DL Saloon has undergone an extensive restoration. It is presented in very good condition, comes with original documentation, and has had four previous owners.
Condition
7
The car is described as being in very good overall condition and presenting well throughout. The exterior has a strong, solid appearance, and the interior is clean and tidy, reflecting careful ownership. It is reported to have benefited from restoration work under previous ownership, suggesting it may require minor reconditioning to maintain this condition.
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Manual
Transmission:
349762
Chassis No:
Odometer:
75,916 miles
HVF319L
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
LHD
We are delighted to offer this Volvo 144, a well presented example of Volvo’s respected and long-lived 140 Series saloon.
The Volvo is reported to have benefited from restoration work under previous ownership and today presents very well throughout.
The exterior shows well with a strong, solid appearance, while the interior is clean and tidy, reflecting careful ownership.
This example is further enhanced by an impressive selection of original documentation, including the original bill of sale and owner’s manuals, which help to support the history and provenance.
A highly usable and dependable classic, this Volvo 144 represents an appealing opportunity for enthusiasts seeking a well-cared for example of this increasingly appreciated model.
Points of note
£2,382
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,220
Median Price (Since 2020)
£12,400
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Apr 14 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
75,978 miles
Registration Date
1972-10-06
MOT History
Passed
On Apr 15 2026 with 75,978 miles
Passed
On Apr 14 2018 with 73,208 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Failed
On Apr 14 2018 with 73,208 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed
On Apr 22 2017 with 72,438 miles
Passed
On Apr 23 2016 with 72,054 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed
On Mar 13 2015 with 70,985 miles
Failed
On Mar 11 2015 with 70,985 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
- Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)
- Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Passed
On Dec 09 2013 with 70,801 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
User Entered:
- Front tyres slightly perished
- Near side rear brake dragging slightly
Failed
On Dec 09 2013 with 70,801 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Battery insecure (1.9.1)
- Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
User Entered:
- Front tyres slightly perished
- Near side rear brake dragging slightly
Passed
On Nov 16 2012 with 69,966 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Failed
On Nov 09 2012 with 69,966 miles
There were 12 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
- Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
- Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
- (Dangerous) Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
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