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262 C

1981 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,044 mi
Last recorded42,044 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 1981 Volvo 24099,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration262 C
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 42,044 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Aug 2022 41,256 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 40,307 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 39,887 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 39,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective weak beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective weak beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 38,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 38,900 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 38,777 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 38,777 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 38,649 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 37,665 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 37,657 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 37,239 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 35,523 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 34,114 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 32,160 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 29,779 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 240?

Based on 134,955 MOT tests across 18,976 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
2,823
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
18,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,198
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,759
Stop lamp not working 5,132
Registration plate lamp not working 5,125
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,981
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262 C is a 1981 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,664cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1981 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 99,857 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 262 C, 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 45 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 262 C?

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What year was 262 C registered?

262 C is a 1981 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is 262 C safe to buy?

The MOT history for 262 C shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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