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G531 BLA

1990 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

215,394 mi
Last recorded215,394 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG531 BLA
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 215,394 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 211,010 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 211,010 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 199,565 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 199,565 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2020 192,434 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 174,288 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 173,509 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 173,399 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Strut top mounting deteriorated

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Strut top mounting deteriorated

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under body corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2016 173,151 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 172,810 miles

General under body corrosion

Centre Exhaust rubber mounting perished and split

Pass 1 Oct 2014 172,254 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 170,919 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 170,919 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 170,010 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 166,471 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 164,830 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 162,536 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 159,710 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 159,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2007 156,443 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 156,443 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 151,236 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2005 145,187 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Sep 2005 145,187 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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G531 BLA is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 G531 BLA, 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 G531 BLA registered?

G531 BLA is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 21 February 1990.

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