CarVerify

Free Car Check

B897 VYL

1984 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2127cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,331 mi
Last recorded26,331 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 1984 Volvo 240114,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationB897 VYL
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 26,331 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 26,329 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 25,862 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 25,225 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 24,445 miles

Nearside wing mirror glass missing

Pass 11 Nov 2019 23,781 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive diff leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside wing mirror missing

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 23,105 miles

Nearside wing mirror missing

Fail 30 Nov 2018 23,105 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside wing mirror missing

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 22,386 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Nov 2016 21,659 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 20,785 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 20,785 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 20,296 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 20,048 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2012 19,828 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 19,460 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 19,252 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 18,760 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 18,128 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 16,711 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 15,143 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
Full Volvo 240 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

B897 VYL is a 1984 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 114,799 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 B897 VYL, 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 42 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 B897 VYL?

You can check the full history of B897 VYL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was B897 VYL registered?

B897 VYL is a 1984 Volvo 240, first registered on 21 September 1984.

Is B897 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B897 VYL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B897 VYL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on B897 VYL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.