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G269 PGJ

1990 Volvo 240

Grey Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,061 mi
Last recorded89,061 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG269 PGJ
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 89,061 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 3 May 2017 89,061 miles

Front Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams both sides stay on main beam (1.7.4b)

Front Headlamp aim not tested both sides stuck on main beam. (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing securing pins lock tags missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure inner reflector insecure (1.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 May 2016 89,061 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 88,975 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 86,857 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 83,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 80,087 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 77,144 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 73,817 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 71,287 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 68,130 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 64,549 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 64,549 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 62,617 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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G269 PGJ is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Grey with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G269 PGJ, 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.

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What year was G269 PGJ registered?

G269 PGJ is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 28 June 1990.

Is G269 PGJ safe to buy?

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