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HCR 463L

1973 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

146,646 mi
Last recorded146,646 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCR 463L
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2009 146,646 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 146,646 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 144,228 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 144,228 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 140,976 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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HCR 463L is a 1973 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HCR 463L, 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 53 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of HCR 463L?

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What year was HCR 463L registered?

HCR 463L is a 1973 Volvo 240, first registered on 9 March 1973.

Is HCR 463L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCR 463L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HCR 463L have outstanding finance?

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