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F258 PGV

1989 Volvo 240

Gold Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

113,101 mi
Last recorded113,101 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2022
Typical for 1989 Volvo 240138,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF258 PGV
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1989
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2022 113,101 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 104,926 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 94,914 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 94,857 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 94,662 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 94,429 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 94,030 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 93,317 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 92,713 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 91,770 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 89,978 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 88,209 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 88,209 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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F258 PGV is a 1989 Volvo 240 in Gold with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F258 PGV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F258 PGV registered?

F258 PGV is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 9 January 1989.

Is F258 PGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F258 PGV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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