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HMB 645N

1975 Volvo 240

Yellow Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,963 mi
Last recorded74,963 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1975 Volvo 24089,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMB 645N
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 74,963 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 74,699 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 70,914 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Fail 27 Mar 2017 70,910 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 70,813 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 70,710 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015

Nearside Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 70,645 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 70,545 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 70,365 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 69,769 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 69,598 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 69,288 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 68,898 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 68,895 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 68,890 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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HMB 645N is a 1975 Volvo 240 in Yellow with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1975 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 89,212 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 HMB 645N, 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 51 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 HMB 645N registered?

HMB 645N is a 1975 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 March 1975.

Is HMB 645N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMB 645N shows 16 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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