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C516 KNO

1986 Volvo 240

Gold Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,024 mi
Last recorded60,024 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Volvo 240123,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC516 KNO
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 60,024 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 60,024 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Bonnet Hinges Partially seized

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 55,621 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 46,890 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 45,146 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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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C516 KNO is a 1986 Volvo 240 in Gold with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 123,638 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 C516 KNO, 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 40 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C516 KNO registered?

C516 KNO is a 1986 Volvo 240, first registered on 19 March 1986.

Is C516 KNO safe to buy?

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