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GPC 969V

1980 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,507 mi
Last recorded114,507 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2021
Typical for 1980 Volvo 240102,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPC 969V
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2021 114,507 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 114,326 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 114,024 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 112,772 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 112,666 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 112,657 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Braking system leaking front to rear brake pipe (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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GPC 969V is a 1980 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,664cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 102,140 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 GPC 969V, 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 46 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GPC 969V registered?

GPC 969V is a 1980 Volvo 240, first registered on 7 January 1980.

Is GPC 969V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPC 969V shows 6 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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