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2637 RO

1983 Volvo 240

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,376 mi
Last recorded128,376 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2010
Typical for 1983 Volvo 240106,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2637 RO
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2010 128,376 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 126,634 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 124,983 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 123,366 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 121,706 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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2637 RO is a 1983 Volvo 240 in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 106,646 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 2637 RO, 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 43 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 2637 RO registered?

2637 RO is a 1983 Volvo 240, first registered on 12 May 1983.

Is 2637 RO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2637 RO shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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