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DJU 554T

1979 Volvo 240

Green Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,674 mi
Last recorded107,674 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2007
Typical for 1979 Volvo 240100,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJU 554T
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2007 107,674 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 105,748 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 104,503 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 104,440 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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DJU 554T is a 1979 Volvo 240 in Green with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DJU 554T, 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 DJU 554T registered?

DJU 554T is a 1979 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is DJU 554T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DJU 554T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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