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FBC 346T

1979 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,608 mi
Last recorded143,608 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2014
Typical for 1979 Volvo 240100,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBC 346T
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2014 143,608 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 142,974 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 142,436 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 141,152 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 140,286 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 140,286 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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FBC 346T is a 1979 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,664cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 100,866 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 FBC 346T, 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 47 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FBC 346T?

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What year was FBC 346T registered?

FBC 346T is a 1979 Volvo 240, first registered on 23 April 1979.

Is FBC 346T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBC 346T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FBC 346T have outstanding finance?

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