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A131 KDC

1983 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,085 mi
Last recorded58,085 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 Volvo 240106,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA131 KDC
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 58,085 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 58,084 miles

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 56,630 miles

score mark in windscreen not affecting drivers view

slight weep from clutch slave cylinder

Pass 1 Oct 2021 55,974 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 55,959 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 55,943 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 55,468 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 55,087 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 54,701 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 54,342 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 53,990 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 53,990 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 53,630 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 53,209 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 52,752 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 52,707 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 52,593 miles

clutch slave cyl leaking

Pass 12 Sep 2008 52,486 miles

front reg plate cracked

Pass 21 Sep 2007 52,029 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 52,029 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 51,475 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Slight play in track rod o/s steering rack

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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A131 KDC is a 1983 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A131 KDC, 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.

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What year was A131 KDC registered?

A131 KDC is a 1983 Volvo 240, first registered on 21 September 1983.

Is A131 KDC safe to buy?

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