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F439 VSG

1989 Volvo 240

Gold Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

74,870 mi
Last recorded74,870 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 1989 Volvo 240138,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF439 VSG
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1989
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 74,870 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 71,395 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 65,758 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 65,758 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 64,697 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 64,697 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 64,090 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 63,646 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 63,260 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 62,774 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 62,081 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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F439 VSG is a 1989 Volvo 240 in Gold with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 F439 VSG, 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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How do I check the history of F439 VSG?

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What year was F439 VSG registered?

F439 VSG is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 11 January 1989.

Is F439 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F439 VSG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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