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G68 HOM

1990 Volvo 240

Grey Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

164,133 mi
Last recorded164,133 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG68 HOM
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 164,133 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 163,196 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 163,189 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Retaining pins/clips missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 162,844 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 162,578 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 161,668 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 160,986 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 159,656 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 157,852 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 155,412 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 152,293 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 152,293 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 145,999 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 141,401 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 137,193 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 128,850 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 128,850 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 118,076 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 111,840 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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G68 HOM is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Grey with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 G68 HOM, 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 G68 HOM registered?

G68 HOM is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 29 March 1990.

Is G68 HOM safe to buy?

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