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A790 RGN

1983 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

62,259 mi
Last recorded62,259 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2015
Typical for 1983 Volvo 240106,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA790 RGN
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2015 62,259 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 62,249 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 62,248 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 62,236 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 62,205 miles

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 62,141 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 62,068 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 61,978 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 61,978 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

engine oil leak

n/s/r tyre perished

play in steering rack

rear exhaust rubber perished

rear suspension bushes worn/deteriorated

slight exhaust leaks from joins/clamps

Pass 13 Jul 2007 61,857 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 61,857 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2006 61,622 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 61,622 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

all tyres poor

exhaust blowing and fouling on body

play in nearside front wheel bearing

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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A790 RGN is a 1983 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 A790 RGN, 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.

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What year was A790 RGN registered?

A790 RGN is a 1983 Volvo 240, first registered on 9 August 1983.

Is A790 RGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A790 RGN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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