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G808 EOA

1989 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

163,779 mi
Last recorded163,779 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
Typical for 1989 Volvo 240138,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG808 EOA
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2016 163,779 miles

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

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

diff has a slight oil leak

rear bottom part of seat missing

small hole in head light

Fail 6 Oct 2016 163,779 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

diff has a slight oil leak

rear bottom part of seat missing

small hole in head light

Pass 30 Sep 2015 159,292 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 156,381 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 155,164 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 155,164 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 153,020 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 150,356 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 148,275 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 145,383 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 143,292 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 140,637 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 140,637 miles

Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 137,674 miles

front tyres worn low on edjes n/s 2mm o/s 3mm

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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G808 EOA is a 1989 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1989 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 138,264 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 G808 EOA, 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 37 years old, this Volvo 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G808 EOA registered?

G808 EOA is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G808 EOA safe to buy?

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