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BCE 32V

1979 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,686 mi
Last recorded88,686 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Volvo 240100,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCE 32V
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2019 88,686 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 88,622 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 88,517 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 88,379 miles

front nearside exhaust mount broken

rear brake hoses metal ends corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2015 88,189 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 87,997 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 87,751 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 87,609 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 87,444 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 87,245 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 87,102 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 86,952 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 86,632 miles

brake ferrules corroding,oil leaks,corroding underside

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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BCE 32V is a 1979 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,664cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 100,866 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 BCE 32V, 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 47 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 BCE 32V?

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What year was BCE 32V registered?

BCE 32V is a 1979 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is BCE 32V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCE 32V shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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