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CUL 694V

1979 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

197,808 mi
Last recorded197,808 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 1979 Volvo 240100,866 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUL 694V
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2020 197,808 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 196,876 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 196,876 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 195,816 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 195,267 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 194,058 miles

Nearside Front steering rack slight play

rear exhaust box very rusty

Pass 8 Oct 2015 193,816 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 192,045 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 188,542 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 185,036 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 180,586 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 179,941 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 178,894 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 177,558 miles

Brake fluid is slightly low.

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 176,210 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 174,838 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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CUL 694V is a 1979 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1979 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 100,866 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 CUL 694V, 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 47 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 CUL 694V registered?

CUL 694V is a 1979 Volvo 240, first registered on 30 August 1979.

Is CUL 694V safe to buy?

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