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D265 BPE

1987 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,567 mi
Last recorded53,567 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Volvo 240135,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD265 BPE
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 53,567 miles
Fail 11 May 2023 52,987 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking nipple leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 May 2022 42,210 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 37,205 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 36,391 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 34,458 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 31,406 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 30,359 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 28,782 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 26,848 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 21,004 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 10,990 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 9,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 6,952 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 6,952 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 5,782 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 4,550 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 4,550 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 2,631 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 778 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 58,360 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 56,759 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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D265 BPE is a 1987 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1987 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 135,068 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 D265 BPE, 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 39 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 D265 BPE registered?

D265 BPE is a 1987 Volvo 240, first registered on 15 May 1987.

Is D265 BPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D265 BPE shows 22 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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