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FGF 417T

1978 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

204,075 mi
Last recorded204,075 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2009
Typical for 1978 Volvo 24088,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGF 417T
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2009 204,075 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 14 Sep 2009 204,075 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 202,940 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 202,940 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 17 Sep 2007 201,732 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/r outer sill panel rusted

Pass 17 Sep 2007 201,732 miles

o/s/r outer sill panel rusted

Pass 12 Oct 2006 200,790 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 200,790 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 200,058 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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FGF 417T is a 1978 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1978 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 88,630 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FGF 417T, 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 48 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FGF 417T registered?

FGF 417T is a 1978 Volvo 240, first registered on 24 October 1978.

Is FGF 417T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGF 417T shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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