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G385 ADX

1990 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

333,886 mi
Last recorded333,886 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG385 ADX
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 333,886 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 313,365 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2024 313,364 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 293,641 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 273,741 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 122,811 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 241,111 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 222,048 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 203,204 miles

Nearside Front noise but nothing found on inspection

Nearside Rear inner and outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2017 182,920 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 163,206 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 144,921 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 138,978 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2014 138,978 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 132,713 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 129,880 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 128,717 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 128,024 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 126,529 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 126,529 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 124,318 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 122,478 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 122,478 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 120,395 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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G385 ADX is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G385 ADX, 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

How do I check the history of G385 ADX?

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What year was G385 ADX registered?

G385 ADX is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 28 March 1990.

Is G385 ADX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G385 ADX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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