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CYM 938H

1970 Volvo 240

Green Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

104,520 mi
Last recorded104,520 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYM 938H
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 104,520 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 104,518 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

coolant leak

front and rear suspension weak

fuel pipe corroded

off side front wheel binding slightly

Oil leak

Fail 15 Dec 2014 104,518 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

coolant leak

front and rear suspension weak

fuel pipe corroded

off side front wheel binding slightly

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2013 104,515 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Coolant leak

Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2012 104,503 miles

offside rear tyre has small cracks to the tyre outer wall.(not enough to reach the tyre cord)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 104,505 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 103,830 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 103,678 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 103,418 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 102,643 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 102,641 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside 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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CYM 938H is a 1970 Volvo 240 in Green with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CYM 938H, 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 56 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 CYM 938H registered?

CYM 938H is a 1970 Volvo 240, first registered on 22 April 1970.

Is CYM 938H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYM 938H shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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