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E165 VWW

1988 Volvo 240

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,174 mi
Last recorded164,174 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 1988 Volvo 240140,867 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE165 VWW
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2017 164,174 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 163,456 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 162,851 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 162,344 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 159,783 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 158,518 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 157,868 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 156,386 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 154,053 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 153,033 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 144,785 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 135,863 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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E165 VWW is a 1988 Volvo 240 in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 140,867 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 E165 VWW, 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 38 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 E165 VWW registered?

E165 VWW is a 1988 Volvo 240, first registered on 30 June 1988.

Is E165 VWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E165 VWW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E165 VWW have outstanding finance?

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