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H785 DDX

1990 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,086 mi
Last recorded138,086 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2011
Typical for 1990 Volvo 240140,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH785 DDX
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2011 138,086 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 136,582 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 134,590 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 134,589 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 131,849 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 129,454 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 124,922 miles

Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 122,430 miles

slight play at ends of steering rack (inside gaiters)

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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H785 DDX is a 1990 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 H785 DDX, 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 H785 DDX registered?

H785 DDX is a 1990 Volvo 240, first registered on 3 August 1990.

Is H785 DDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H785 DDX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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