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E258 YKO

1988 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

129,618 mi
Last recorded129,618 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 1988 Volvo 240140,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE258 YKO
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 129,618 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 129,562 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 128,925 miles

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 9 Sep 2021 128,882 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 15 Sep 2020 128,139 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 126,859 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 125,347 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 123,727 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 121,649 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 119,109 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 May 2014 117,147 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 21 May 2013 116,162 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 May 2012 114,948 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/f tyre getting down slight wear

Pass 31 May 2011 113,505 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 May 2010 111,155 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 109,976 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 107,273 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 105,096 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 102,000 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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E258 YKO is a 1988 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 E258 YKO, 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.

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What year was E258 YKO registered?

E258 YKO is a 1988 Volvo 240, first registered on 18 June 1988.

Is E258 YKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E258 YKO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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