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A339 SYH

1983 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,105 mi
Last recorded58,105 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1983 Volvo 240106,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA339 SYH
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 58,105 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Slight corrosion on the passenger side and drivers side floor to sill

Fail 2 Aug 2013 58,105 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Slight corrosion on the passenger side and drivers side floor to sill

Pass 24 Aug 2012 57,925 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

slight corrosion near side and off side floor to sil

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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A339 SYH is a 1983 Volvo 240 in Red with a 1,986cc 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 A339 SYH, 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 A339 SYH registered?

A339 SYH is a 1983 Volvo 240, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A339 SYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A339 SYH 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.

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