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A932 SUU

1983 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

121,899 mi
Last recorded121,899 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2021
Typical for 1983 Volvo 240106,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA932 SUU
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2021 121,899 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2021 121,899 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 121,882 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 121,752 miles

Engine oil leaks

N/s/f floor pan slight damage & repaired

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 121,712 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 121,674 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Slight corrosion nearside rear wheel arch

Pass 21 Sep 2015 121,610 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 121,304 miles

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

oil leaks

Pass 6 Sep 2013 120,432 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 119,941 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 119,280 miles

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

n/s steering rack gaitor damp no leaks etc at time of test

n/s/r innerwing/sill end slight corrosion

Pass 17 Sep 2010 118,473 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 117,287 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 116,311 miles

rear number plate fading not excessive

slight noise from n/s/f wishbone rear bush not excessive

Pass 25 Sep 2007 115,348 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 11,433 miles

n/s/f floor pan slight damage

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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A932 SUU is a 1983 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 A932 SUU, 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

How do I check the history of A932 SUU?

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What year was A932 SUU registered?

A932 SUU is a 1983 Volvo 240, first registered on 3 October 1983.

Is A932 SUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A932 SUU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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