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F560 VAC

1989 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

125,591 mi
Last recorded125,591 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Volvo 240138,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF560 VAC
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 125,591 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 125,413 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2022 125,359 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 125,214 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 124,786 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 124,342 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 124,342 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 122,981 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 122,981 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 120,781 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 118,079 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 115,145 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 111,914 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 111,914 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 109,137 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 109,136 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 106,728 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 103,860 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 103,860 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 99,512 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 95,404 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 95,404 miles

Nearside Rear Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 92,326 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 90,056 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 88,863 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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F560 VAC is a 1989 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 F560 VAC, 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 F560 VAC registered?

F560 VAC is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 19 May 1989.

Is F560 VAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F560 VAC shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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