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A243 MUR

1983 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,351 mi
Last recorded121,351 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 1983 Volvo 240106,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA243 MUR
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 121,351 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 119,815 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 117,390 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 117,390 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

!!bad oil leaks!!

Pass 4 Jun 2009 114,519 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 111,656 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 111,565 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

!! BAD OIL LEAK !!

Pass 11 Jun 2007 109,539 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 109,539 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2006 108,048 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 106,223 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2005 106,223 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

movement to nearside front ball joint

oil leaks

rust patches to both rear arches

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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A243 MUR is a 1983 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A243 MUR, 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 A243 MUR registered?

A243 MUR is a 1983 Volvo 240, first registered on 26 August 1983.

Is A243 MUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A243 MUR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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