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G680 NSS

1990 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

134,515 mi
Last recorded134,515 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2016
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG680 NSS
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2016 134,515 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 131,866 miles

near side rear bump stop damaged

osr bumper mount corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2013 128,814 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 126,492 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 123,841 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 120,845 miles

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

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

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

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

screen chiped / cracked . center base of screen

Fail 29 Oct 2010 120,845 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

screen chiped / cracked . center base of screen

Pass 29 Oct 2009 117,178 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 116,090 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 113,406 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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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G680 NSS is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 G680 NSS, 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 G680 NSS registered?

G680 NSS is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 19 January 1990.

Is G680 NSS safe to buy?

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