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G549 YNC

1990 Volvo 240

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,216 mi
Last recorded108,216 miles
Recorded on18 May 2011
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG549 YNC
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2011 108,216 miles

both front brake back plates corroiding

front bulk head corroiding near to servo

o/side rear sill end corroiding

rear suspention weak and low

Fail 12 May 2011 108,166 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

both front brake back plates corroiding

front bulk head corroiding near to servo

o/side rear sill end corroiding

rear suspention weak and low

Pass 11 May 2010 106,434 miles

Battery insecure

O/S/F bulkhead starting to corrode,sound condition at time of test.

Some wear in both front seat back bushings,but still secure.

Fail 10 May 2010 106,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Battery insecure

O/S/F bulkhead starting to corrode,sound condition at time of test.

Some wear in both front seat back bushings,but still secure.

Pass 11 May 2009 104,898 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 103,802 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 102,648 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 99,649 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 99,649 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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G549 YNC is a 1990 Volvo 240 in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 140,536 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 G549 YNC, 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 G549 YNC registered?

G549 YNC is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 20 April 1990.

Is G549 YNC safe to buy?

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