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AVB 745V

1980 Volvo 240

Yellow Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,355 mi
Last recorded56,355 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Volvo 240102,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVB 745V
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2020 56,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

o/s h light

slight bind o/s/r

Pass 14 Dec 2015 56,034 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 55,995 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 55,976 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 55,935 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 55,865 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 55,736 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 55,654 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 55,608 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 55,419 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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AVB 745V is a 1980 Volvo 240 in Yellow with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 102,140 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 AVB 745V, 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 46 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 AVB 745V registered?

AVB 745V is a 1980 Volvo 240, first registered on 20 April 1980.

Is AVB 745V safe to buy?

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