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G798 CTF

1990 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,216 mi
Last recorded138,216 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG798 CTF
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2009 138,216 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 136,363 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 136,363 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 130,522 miles

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

Movrment in n/s steering rack inner joint..

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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G798 CTF is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G798 CTF, 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 G798 CTF registered?

G798 CTF is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 11 May 1990.

Is G798 CTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G798 CTF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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