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C307 FHD

1985 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

181,584 mi
Last recorded181,584 miles
Recorded on11 May 2015
Typical for 1985 Volvo 240110,394 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC307 FHD
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2015 181,584 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 180,212 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 178,633 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 177,540 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 176,538 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 174,697 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 174,697 miles

Nearside Front Upper coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Upper coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 170,483 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 167,251 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 163,715 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2006 159,361 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2006 159,361 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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C307 FHD is a 1985 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 110,394 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 C307 FHD, 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 41 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 C307 FHD registered?

C307 FHD is a 1985 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C307 FHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C307 FHD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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