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F477 YFX

1989 Volvo 240

White Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

218,405 mi
Last recorded218,405 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2013
Typical for 1989 Volvo 240138,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF477 YFX
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2013 218,405 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 19 Mar 2013 216,153 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 213,920 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 213,874 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 208,364 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 205,331 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 199,290 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 199,244 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 193,624 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 188,212 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 183,836 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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F477 YFX is a 1989 Volvo 240 in White with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 F477 YFX, 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 F477 YFX registered?

F477 YFX is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 10 May 1989.

Is F477 YFX safe to buy?

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