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G96 VJF

1989 Volvo 240

Grey Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

150,465 mi
Last recorded150,465 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Volvo 240138,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG96 VJF
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 150,465 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 150,463 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg holed (osr inner wheel arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front floor corroded and soft

Pass 6 Jun 2024 150,296 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 150,296 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 147,620 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 145,871 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 145,871 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 144,328 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 143,935 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 143,159 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

advise rear brake inspection

Pass 28 Jun 2018 141,428 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Surface Corrosion O/S N/S Inner Sill

Pass 19 May 2017 139,311 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

OS And NS Inner And Outer Sill Surface Corrosion

Vehicle Undersealed

Fail 18 May 2017 139,311 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

OS And NS Inner And Outer Sill Surface Corrosion

Vehicle Undersealed

Pass 28 May 2016 136,520 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/side inner sill slightly crodded

Fail 16 May 2016 136,510 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill (2.4.A.3)

Front exhaust mount missing

Nearside Rear Inner arch corroded

Nearside Rear Parking brake effort low

Offside Front Wheel rim damaged

Play in n/s front wheel bearing

Rear trailing arm rear bushes splitting

Fail 10 May 2016 136,499 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wing near shocker mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Front exhaust mount missing

Nearside Rear Inner arch corroded

Nearside Rear Parking brake effort low

Offside Front Wheel rim damaged

Play in n/s front wheel bearing

Rear trailing arm rear bushes splitting

Pass 6 May 2015 133,761 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 133,346 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 130,187 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 130,187 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 127,016 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 127,016 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 123,889 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 120,328 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 116,946 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 113,367 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 109,042 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 103,544 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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G96 VJF is a 1989 Volvo 240 in Grey with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G96 VJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G96 VJF registered?

G96 VJF is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 5 September 1989.

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