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F506 XAF

1989 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

60,206 mi
Last recorded60,206 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 1989 Volvo 240138,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF506 XAF
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 60,206 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 60,187 miles

Underside undersealed

Pass 27 Oct 2021 60,186 miles

underside heavily undersealed

Fail 26 Oct 2021 60,186 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 29 Oct 2020 60,185 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 28 Oct 2019 60,184 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 60,183 miles

Front and rear tyres cracking

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Oct 2017 60,182 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 60,170 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 60,170 miles

Front tyres cracking

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 18 Sep 2014 60,170 miles

n/s front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 20 Aug 2013 60,170 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 60,149 miles

both rear tyres cracked on sidewalls

Pass 9 Aug 2011 58,751 miles

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 10 Aug 2010 57,564 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 57,217 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 56,650 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 56,164 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 4 Aug 2006 55,453 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 55,453 miles

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

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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F506 XAF is a 1989 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 F506 XAF, 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 F506 XAF registered?

F506 XAF is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 15 April 1989.

Is F506 XAF safe to buy?

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