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HEX 866V

1979 Volvo 240

Green Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,039 mi
Last recorded105,039 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 1979 Volvo 240100,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEX 866V
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 105,039 miles

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement torsion bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 105,039 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 104,372 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 104,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 146,017 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 146,017 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 10 May 2017 133,332 miles

Nearside Front back plate deteriorated

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front back plate deterioated

Pass 27 Apr 2016 118,568 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended axle (2.4.F.3)

Pass 13 May 2015 105,214 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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HEX 866V is a 1979 Volvo 240 in Green with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1979 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 100,866 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 HEX 866V, 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 47 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HEX 866V registered?

HEX 866V is a 1979 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is HEX 866V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEX 866V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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