MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
228,196 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front rack gaiter slightly loose
Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
How Reliable is the Volvo 240?
Based on 134,955 MOT tests across 18,976 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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2571YR78 is a 1989 Volvo 240 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1989 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 138,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Volvo 240 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 2571YR78, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volvo 240 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 37 years old, this Volvo 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was 2571YR78 registered?
2571YR78 is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 9 May 1989.
Is 2571YR78 safe to buy?
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