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F204 TLF

1989 Volvo 240

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,324 mi
Last recorded99,324 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2010
Typical for 1989 Volvo 240138,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF204 TLF
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2010 99,324 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 87,926 miles

Both front tyres show signs of old age.

Drivers seat back has movement, but is secure and locked.

Fuel cap is temporary type, but secure.

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear brake application, left leads right.

Stone damage to frt No plate.

Pass 29 Oct 2008 87,322 miles

Front number plate cracked.

Fail 28 Oct 2008 87,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Front number plate cracked.

High level brake light not working.

Low washer fluid NS

Pass 16 Oct 2007 87,018 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 86,529 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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F204 TLF is a 1989 Volvo 240 in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 138,264 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 F204 TLF, 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 37 years old, this Volvo 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F204 TLF registered?

F204 TLF is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 8 June 1989.

Is F204 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F204 TLF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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