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G350 YPV

1990 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

195,578 mi
Last recorded195,578 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG350 YPV
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 195,578 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 192,882 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 188,706 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 188,685 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 4 Oct 2013 186,011 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight corrosion to parts of the chassis

Pass 4 Oct 2013 186,011 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight corrosion to parts of the chassis

Pass 24 Sep 2012 183,368 miles

slight corrosion to parts of the chassis

Fail 15 Mar 2011 179,804 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

both headlamps starting to detertiorate

oil leak from rear of gear box

Pass 15 Mar 2011 179,804 miles

both headlamps starting to detertiorate

oil leak from rear of gear box

Pass 15 Mar 2010 176,449 miles

front discs u/c and should be checked to manufacturers min. thickness.front h/light reflectors in poor condition

Pass 14 Apr 2009 172,202 miles

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

front o/s brake binding slightly

front tyres scrubbing inner edges and wearing close to min

slight buckle n/s rear wheel

Fail 1 Apr 2009 172,178 miles

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

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

front o/s brake binding slightly

front tyres scrubbing inner edges and wearing close to min

slight buckle n/s rear wheel

Pass 25 Mar 2008 161,539 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 146,035 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 129,857 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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G350 YPV is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 G350 YPV, 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 G350 YPV registered?

G350 YPV is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 19 February 1990.

Is G350 YPV safe to buy?

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