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A344 PPO

1984 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

73,889 mi
Last recorded73,889 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 1984 Volvo 240114,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA344 PPO
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 73,889 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 30 Jun 2022 73,889 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 73,433 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2018 73,433 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2016 73,431 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 72,714 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 71,968 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Jan 2014 71,968 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 71,127 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

o/s/r brake caliper anti rattle plate missing

Pass 16 Jan 2012 70,054 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 68,866 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 67,227 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Jan 2010 67,225 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 65,758 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 63,998 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 62,730 miles

BRAKE SERVO PIPE TO MANIFOLD END

Pass 17 Jan 2006 61,151 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 61,149 miles

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

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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A344 PPO is a 1984 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1984 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 114,799 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 A344 PPO, 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 42 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A344 PPO registered?

A344 PPO is a 1984 Volvo 240, first registered on 26 January 1984.

Is A344 PPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A344 PPO shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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