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G870 JFS

1993 Volvo 240

Black Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

242,798 mi
Last recorded242,798 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2008
Typical for 1993 Volvo 240139,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG870 JFS
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2008 242,798 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 229,642 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 215,628 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 200,116 miles

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

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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G870 JFS is a 1993 Volvo 240 in Black with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 139,510 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 G870 JFS, 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 33 years old, this Volvo 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G870 JFS registered?

G870 JFS is a 1993 Volvo 240, first registered on 2 August 1993.

Is G870 JFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G870 JFS shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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