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G977 GEX

1989 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

108,936 mi
Last recorded108,936 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Volvo 240138,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG977 GEX
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 108,936 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Rears cuts no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Underbody covered in underseal

Pass 22 Jan 2025 107,555 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front tyres slight inner edge wear

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Rears cuts no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Underbody covered in underseal

Pass 11 Jan 2024 106,336 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front tyres slight inner edge wear

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underbody covered in underseal

Pass 12 Jan 2023 104,914 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Noise from water pump and coolant staining.

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 103,693 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2022 103,693 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 102,424 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 100,068 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 98,132 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 98,132 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 96,330 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 93,550 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 93,550 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 90,540 miles

Oil leak

general corrosion to the under body

Pass 15 Jul 2014 88,203 miles

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

Corrosion of O/S/R outer sill.

Pass 18 Jul 2013 85,647 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 85,647 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 83,574 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 81,211 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2010 78,639 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 78,639 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 76,511 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 74,615 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

o/s rear sill end corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2007 72,699 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 70,045 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 66,895 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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G977 GEX is a 1989 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 G977 GEX, 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 G977 GEX registered?

G977 GEX is a 1989 Volvo 240, first registered on 29 August 1989.

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