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CHE 70V

1980 Volvo 240

Black Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

121,334 mi
Last recorded121,334 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 1980 Volvo 240102,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHE 70V
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 121,334 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 121,334 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 121,281 miles

Offside Front shocker stiff to bounce

Pass 14 Feb 2017 121,019 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 120,702 miles

no plate lamps dim

Pass 11 Feb 2015 120,580 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 120,107 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 119,554 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 119,554 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 119,084 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 10 Feb 2011 118,349 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 118,349 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 117,638 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 116,289 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 116,289 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 114,898 miles

n/s and o/s sill backings corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2007 113,139 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 110,982 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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CHE 70V is a 1980 Volvo 240 in Black with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CHE 70V, 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.

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What year was CHE 70V registered?

CHE 70V is a 1980 Volvo 240, first registered on 11 March 1980.

Is CHE 70V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHE 70V shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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