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ABZ 2439

1997 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

204,308 mi
Last recorded204,308 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2006
Typical for 1997 Volvo 240184,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABZ 2439
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2006 204,308 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

wheel sizes different front to rear

Pass 31 Aug 2005 200,272 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 200,203 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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ABZ 2439 is a 1997 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1997 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 184,326 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 ABZ 2439, 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 29 years old, this Volvo 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABZ 2439 registered?

ABZ 2439 is a 1997 Volvo 240, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is ABZ 2439 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABZ 2439 shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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