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G154 XVS

1990 Volvo 240

White Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

144,069 mi
Last recorded144,069 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG154 XVS
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 144,069 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 143,366 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 140,577 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 140,577 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

exhaust heat shield loose

front brake pads getting low

Pass 3 Jul 2015 140,481 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 140,481 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 140,295 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 139,960 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 139,538 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 139,538 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 139,116 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear fog switch poor

Pass 2 Jul 2010 138,694 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 138,185 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 137,581 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 137,581 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 137,156 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 137,156 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 136,557 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 135,961 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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G154 XVS is a 1990 Volvo 240 in White with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1990 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 140,536 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 G154 XVS, 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 36 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 G154 XVS registered?

G154 XVS is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 8 May 1990.

Is G154 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G154 XVS shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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