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G597 XCU

1990 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

107,241 mi
Last recorded107,241 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG597 XCU
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 107,241 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 107,240 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 106,882 miles

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

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 29 May 2015 106,481 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

sills slightly corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2014 105,887 miles

all brake flexi ferrules corrodded

both rear outer sills corroded

both rear shockers pin bush worn

exhaust heavily corrodded

steering rack damp

Pass 19 Jun 2013 105,236 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

bottom bushes on rear shockers slightly deteriorated

unable to fully inspect all brake pipes due to cote of grease

Pass 19 Jun 2012 104,788 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 104,210 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 103,085 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 103,082 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 102,647 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear flexy pipe ferrules corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2008 102,143 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 101,066 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 98,608 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 97,135 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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G597 XCU is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 G597 XCU, 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 G597 XCU registered?

G597 XCU is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 29 June 1990.

Is G597 XCU safe to buy?

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