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J146 WOE

1993 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests33 (22 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,263 mi
Last recorded84,263 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Volvo 240139,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ146 WOE
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

22 pass 11 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 84,263 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2026 84,263 miles

Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 84,115 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 84,115 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 83,937 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 83,937 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 83,601 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 83,600 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 83,344 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 82,985 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 82,985 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 82,098 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 81,802 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 80,009 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 77,238 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 72,791 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 68,983 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 68,983 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 64,926 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 59,607 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2012 52,758 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 46,663 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 39,999 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 39,999 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear discs slighty pitted

rear pinion oil seal has slight leak

Pass 10 Jul 2009 34,322 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 34,322 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

front brake pads getting low

Fail 4 Jul 2008 30,325 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 30,325 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 28,399 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 28,399 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 24,269 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 21,615 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2005 21,615 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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J146 WOE is a 1993 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 139,510 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 J146 WOE, 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 33 years old, this Volvo 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J146 WOE registered?

J146 WOE is a 1993 Volvo 240, first registered on 25 February 1993.

Is J146 WOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J146 WOE shows 33 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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