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AMV 894T

1978 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

130,473 mi
Last recorded130,473 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 1978 Volvo 24088,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMV 894T
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 130,473 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 121,580 miles

Oil leak oil leak ()

both rear wheel arches and sill ends corroding

Pass 29 Jul 2016 120,660 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 119,437 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 118,223 miles

both front flexis perrishing

Pass 30 Jul 2013 116,874 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Jul 2013 116,874 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 115,534 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 114,427 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 114,427 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 112,341 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 111,266 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 109,469 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 108,089 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 108,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 106,331 miles

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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AMV 894T is a 1978 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1978 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 88,630 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 AMV 894T, 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 48 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 AMV 894T registered?

AMV 894T is a 1978 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is AMV 894T safe to buy?

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