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H430 HPE

1990 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

134,433 mi
Last recorded134,433 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH430 HPE
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 134,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Jul 2019 134,433 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Oct 2018 132,458 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 129,893 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 127,822 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 125,103 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 122,903 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 122,900 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 120,383 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 117,918 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 115,559 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 112,846 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 108,559 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 104,851 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 100,248 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 95,450 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 91,318 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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H430 HPE is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 H430 HPE, 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 H430 HPE registered?

H430 HPE is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 30 November 1990.

Is H430 HPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H430 HPE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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