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G185 DPA

1990 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,957 mi
Last recorded56,957 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG185 DPA
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 56,957 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 56,700 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 56,437 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 55,961 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 52,968 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 52,968 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jan 2014 52,945 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

under side covered under seal

Pass 19 Dec 2012 52,911 miles

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

n/s/wiper poor condition

Pass 29 Dec 2011 52,604 miles

heavy undersilled centre exhaust slight blow

Pass 15 Jan 2011 52,495 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 52,463 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

bonnet catch very poor. slight rear brake judda

Pass 31 Dec 2009 52,017 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 51,430 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 50,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 50,111 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 49,764 miles

Exhaust frontpipe is blowing and starting to crack at joint with middle box

Power steering rack is damp

Underneath of vehicle heavily undersealed

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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G185 DPA is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 G185 DPA, 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 G185 DPA registered?

G185 DPA is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 8 January 1990.

Is G185 DPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G185 DPA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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