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A439 OJN

1983 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

146,618 mi
Last recorded146,618 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2009
Typical for 1983 Volvo 240106,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA439 OJN
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2009 146,618 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 146,618 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 146,422 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 144,787 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 144,787 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 143,808 miles

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

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

Fail 22 May 2006 143,754 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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A439 OJN is a 1983 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 A439 OJN, 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 A439 OJN registered?

A439 OJN is a 1983 Volvo 240, first registered on 25 October 1983.

Is A439 OJN safe to buy?

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