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A314 SUU

1983 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,980 mi
Last recorded65,980 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Volvo 240106,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA314 SUU
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 65,980 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 65,963 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 65,928 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brake discs slightly corroded due to lack of use

Pass 2 Aug 2018 65,917 miles

front and rear disc brakes corroded due to lack of use

osr tyre starting to crack on outer wall due to lack of use

Pass 26 Jul 2017 65,880 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit TYRE AGED & CRACKED (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit TYRE AGED & CRACKED (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 65,880 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit TYRE AGED & CRACKED (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit TYRE AGED & CRACKED (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 65,869 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

TYRES AGED AND CRACKED

Pass 4 Aug 2015 65,834 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 65,827 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 65,827 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 65,825 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 65,822 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 65,784 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 65,761 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 65,728 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 65,728 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 65,662 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 65,661 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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A314 SUU is a 1983 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 A314 SUU, 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 A314 SUU registered?

A314 SUU is a 1983 Volvo 240, first registered on 15 July 1983.

Is A314 SUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A314 SUU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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