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H12 BAB

1990 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

56,964 mi
Last recorded56,964 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH12 BAB
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 56,964 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 52,031 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 51,994 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 51,989 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 51,986 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 51,986 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 51,986 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 51,985 miles

Rear propshaft u/j has slight play

Pass 14 Jul 2010 51,985 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 51,940 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 51,940 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 51,001 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 48,233 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 45,049 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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H12 BAB is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 H12 BAB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H12 BAB registered?

H12 BAB is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H12 BAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H12 BAB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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