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DVJ 373W

1980 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

105,587 mi
Last recorded105,587 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 Volvo 240102,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVJ 373W
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 105,587 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 105,586 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2012 105,457 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 104,788 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 104,306 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 103,836 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 103,836 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 103,392 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 103,273 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 101,697 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 101,697 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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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DVJ 373W is a 1980 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1980 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 102,140 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 DVJ 373W, 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 46 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 DVJ 373W registered?

DVJ 373W is a 1980 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is DVJ 373W safe to buy?

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