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J270 NDY

1992 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

157,915 mi
Last recorded157,915 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ270 NDY
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 157,915 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 157,746 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 151,140 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 150,558 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 149,415 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 147,616 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 149,640 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 147,064 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 147,064 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 145,636 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 143,370 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J270 NDY is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1992 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 142,984 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 J270 NDY, 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 34 years old, this Volvo 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J270 NDY?

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What year was J270 NDY registered?

J270 NDY is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 17 June 1992.

Is J270 NDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J270 NDY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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