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A511 SKL

1984 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

156,937 mi
Last recorded156,937 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2009
Typical for 1984 Volvo 240114,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA511 SKL
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2009 156,937 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 156,937 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 153,316 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 153,316 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 150,595 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 150,595 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear reflector excessively deteriorated so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 147,149 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 147,149 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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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A511 SKL is a 1984 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 A511 SKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A511 SKL registered?

A511 SKL is a 1984 Volvo 240, first registered on 27 February 1984.

Is A511 SKL safe to buy?

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