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D711 PKU

1987 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

81,913 mi
Last recorded81,913 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 1987 Volvo 240135,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD711 PKU
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 81,913 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65R14 86H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65R14 86H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Mar 2025 81,913 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65R14 86H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65R14 86H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 81,913 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 81,914 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front plate slightly cracked lower part (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 81,913 miles

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall cracked and split 185/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front plate slightly cracked lower part (0.1 (b))

advise rear tyres 185/70/14 fronts 185/65/14

Pass 9 Nov 2021 81,819 miles

Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked on lower edge (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 81,817 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked on lower edge (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 81,714 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 81,310 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 80,904 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 80,379 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 80,091 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 80,005 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 79,279 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 79,207 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 78,753 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 77,307 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 77,305 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

dust cover on off side ball joint split

n/s step corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2010 72,970 miles

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

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

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 26 Jan 2009 72,820 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 72,503 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 72,503 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

near side door pillar corroded but not within a prescribed area

Pass 23 Jan 2007 71,923 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 71,923 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 71,375 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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D711 PKU is a 1987 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 D711 PKU, 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 D711 PKU registered?

D711 PKU is a 1987 Volvo 240, first registered on 13 February 1987.

Is D711 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D711 PKU shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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