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BCG 594V

1980 Volvo 240

Black Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,301 mi
Last recorded72,301 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 Volvo 240102,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCG 594V
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 72,301 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 22 May 2018 64,133 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 63,460 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 62,688 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 62,314 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 62,112 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 61,728 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 61,425 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 61,126 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 60,325 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 59,657 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 58,281 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 57,203 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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BCG 594V is a 1980 Volvo 240 in Black with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 BCG 594V, 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 BCG 594V registered?

BCG 594V is a 1980 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is BCG 594V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCG 594V 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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