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G512 NBD

1990 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

122,836 mi
Last recorded122,836 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG512 NBD
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 122,836 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 122,835 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2023 119,746 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 119,743 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front juction box leaking from switch

Fail 23 Aug 2023 119,711 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to brake fluid leak! (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid brake pipe junction cylinder leaking from switch (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

advise fuel cap seal perished. no leaks at time of test

Pass 2 Aug 2022 116,170 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 116,167 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Oct 2011 88,126 miles

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

o/s tyres perishing slightly

slight play at n/s/f wheel

Pass 3 Jul 2010 85,218 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 80,415 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 76,861 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 70,959 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 63,344 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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G512 NBD is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 G512 NBD, 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 G512 NBD registered?

G512 NBD is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 19 February 1990.

Is G512 NBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G512 NBD shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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