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3 GRU

1992 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

137,403 mi
Last recorded137,403 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 GRU
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 137,403 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 129,466 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 123,348 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 120,257 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 119,439 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 117,484 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 115,355 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 107,775 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

oil leak

Fail 30 Sep 2015 107,775 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2014 105,939 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 102,349 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 98,958 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 98,958 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 96,295 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 94,297 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

front engine tray fitted

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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3 GRU is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1992 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 142,984 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 3 GRU, 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 34 years old, this Volvo 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 3 GRU registered?

3 GRU is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is 3 GRU safe to buy?

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