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C604 DYT

1986 Volvo 240

White Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

149,638 mi
Last recorded149,638 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Volvo 240123,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC604 DYT
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2025 149,638 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Both rear upper wheel aches corroded - drain hole

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 149,225 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2024 149,225 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 147,456 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2023 147,456 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 145,711 miles

engine/ gearbox damp

Pass 13 Jul 2021 145,340 miles

Brake pipes greased/showing some corrosion

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

Minor engine and gearbox oil leaks

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

Nearside Inner sill heavily corroded and close to becoming holed

Nearside Slight play in track rod end ball joint and rubber gaiter deteriorated

Some suspension and steering boots in poor condition

Pass 15 Jul 2020 144,923 miles

brake pipes corroded

rubber boots poor

slight oil leak

slight play steering

Pass 4 Jul 2019 144,523 miles

n/s/f tyre low on outer edge

Pass 11 Jul 2018 142,972 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 141,785 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 139,762 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 139,703 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2015 138,561 miles

Drive belts are cracking

Engine and gearbox oil leaks

Steering and Suspension balljoint dust covers are perished but preventing the ingress of dirt

Fail 26 Jun 2015 138,561 miles

Drive belts are cracking

Engine and gearbox oil leaks

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering and Suspension balljoint dust covers are perished but preventing the ingress of dirt

Pass 5 Jul 2014 136,888 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jul 2014 136,888 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2013 135,376 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Jul 2013 135,360 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2012 134,123 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 131,273 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

slight play in steering rack front brake pads low fuel smell

Pass 23 Mar 2010 127,776 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 127,683 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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C604 DYT is a 1986 Volvo 240 in White with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 C604 DYT, 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 C604 DYT registered?

C604 DYT is a 1986 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 July 1986.

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The MOT history for C604 DYT shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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