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F44 XRL

1989 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,763 mi
Last recorded33,763 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Volvo 240138,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF44 XRL
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2025 33,763 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 30,343 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 26,309 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 23,663 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 20,713 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 17,434 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 14,343 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 11,993 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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F44 XRL is a 1989 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F44 XRL, 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 F44 XRL registered?

F44 XRL is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 28 June 1989.

Is F44 XRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F44 XRL shows 8 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 F44 XRL have outstanding finance?

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