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A305 DPH

1983 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2444cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,068 mi
Last recorded85,068 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Volvo 240106,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA305 DPH
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,444cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 85,068 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 85,028 miles

Underside has been repaired and undersealed

Fail 21 Feb 2022 85,027 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Underside has been repaired and undersealed

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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A305 DPH is a 1983 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,444cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 A305 DPH, 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

How do I check the history of A305 DPH?

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What year was A305 DPH registered?

A305 DPH is a 1983 Volvo 240, first registered on 6 June 1983.

Is A305 DPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A305 DPH shows 3 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.

Does A305 DPH have outstanding finance?

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