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GKM 99Y

1990 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,897 mi
Last recorded125,897 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKM 99Y
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 125,897 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 125,422 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 123,926 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 122,116 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 122,116 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 120,872 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 119,425 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 113,720 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 109,615 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 109,591 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 99,999 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 99,997 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 94,513 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 88,588 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 82,089 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 79,386 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 76,367 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 76,103 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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GKM 99Y is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GKM 99Y, 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 GKM 99Y registered?

GKM 99Y is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is GKM 99Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKM 99Y shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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