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G766 JCC

1990 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

136,861 mi
Last recorded136,861 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG766 JCC
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 136,861 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 136,069 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 134,809 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 132,672 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 132,616 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 132,616 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 132,616 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

steering system stiff in lock to lock

Pass 27 Jul 2017 131,620 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 130,464 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 129,247 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 127,735 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 126,666 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 126,656 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 123,804 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 121,179 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 119,124 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 119,121 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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G766 JCC is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 G766 JCC, 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 G766 JCC registered?

G766 JCC is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 11 May 1990.

Is G766 JCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G766 JCC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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