MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
145,540 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
two front wipers worn
Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside front indicator poorly attached with jagged wire.
Non standard headlamps fitted, not E approved.
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Near side indicator secured by jagged edge.
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passenger front seat belt lower mounting poorly fitted. Poor beam images to both headlamps.
Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
How Reliable is the Volvo 240?
Based on 134,955 MOT tests across 18,976 vehicles.
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HEJ 234 is a 1982 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1982 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 100,686 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 HEJ 234, 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 44 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was HEJ 234 registered?
HEJ 234 is a 1982 Volvo 240, first registered on 3 May 1982.
Is HEJ 234 safe to buy?
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