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H390 XRS

1990 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

135,694 mi
Last recorded135,694 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH390 XRS
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 135,694 miles

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 134,451 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside sill corroded at rear.

battery poorly secured.

exhaust emissions lean

headlamp beam image clarity poor.

misfire evident, further investigation recommended.

reg lamps dim

Fail 22 Nov 2024 134,432 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

exhaust emissions lean

headlamp beam image clarity poor.

battery poorly secured.

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside sill corroded at rear.

misfire evident, further investigation recommended.

reg lamps dim

Pass 29 Nov 2023 132,052 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 127,833 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2022 127,833 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 124,715 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

front and rear brakes have slight bind

rear wheel arches corroded

underneath some corrosion

Fail 10 Dec 2021 124,715 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

front and rear brakes have slight bind

rear wheel arches corroded

underneath some corrosion

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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H390 XRS is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H390 XRS, 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 H390 XRS registered?

H390 XRS is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H390 XRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H390 XRS shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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