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FVX 69Y

1982 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,967 mi
Last recorded54,967 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 1982 Volvo 240100,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVX 69Y
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2024 54,967 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 54,938 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 53,618 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 53,232 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 50,314 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 47,761 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 44,501 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 41,203 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 36,703 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 33,175 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 29,358 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 29,069 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 29,039 miles

offside front and offside rear brakes are tight

rear brake discs are slightly corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2009 28,645 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 28,264 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 27,658 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 26,782 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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FVX 69Y is a 1982 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 100,686 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 FVX 69Y, 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 44 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 FVX 69Y?

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What year was FVX 69Y registered?

FVX 69Y is a 1982 Volvo 240, first registered on 5 November 1982.

Is FVX 69Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVX 69Y shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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