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G668 ECF

1990 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,415 mi
Last recorded86,415 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG668 ECF
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 86,415 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 85,639 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 84,832 miles

Final drive differencial unit has a oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2020 83,810 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 82,316 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leaking on to exhaust system (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 80,407 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 78,673 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 76,755 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 75,071 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 73,313 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 71,224 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 71,218 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 9 May 2012 69,051 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 66,822 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 64,673 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 62,436 miles

brakes a little spongey

Pass 14 May 2008 60,100 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 57,659 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 54,974 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2006 54,974 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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G668 ECF is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 G668 ECF, 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

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What year was G668 ECF registered?

G668 ECF is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 3 August 1990.

Is G668 ECF safe to buy?

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