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G846 RMV

1990 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,384 mi
Last recorded73,384 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2015
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG846 RMV
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2015 73,384 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 73,384 miles

Steering column locking device missing column bolt (2.1.6)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 72,809 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight oil leak from rear differential unit

Pass 25 Nov 2013 72,007 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 71,164 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 28 Nov 2011 70,242 miles

slight play in nearside steering arm

Pass 29 Nov 2010 68,774 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 67,586 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 66,207 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Nov 2008 66,207 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 64,588 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 62,773 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 62,773 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 60,157 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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G846 RMV is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 G846 RMV, 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 G846 RMV registered?

G846 RMV is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 3 January 1990.

Is G846 RMV safe to buy?

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