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J340 UPB

1992 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

148,224 mi
Last recorded148,224 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2008
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ340 UPB
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2008 148,224 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 148,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 138,584 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 138,584 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 131,673 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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J340 UPB is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J340 UPB, 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

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What year was J340 UPB registered?

J340 UPB is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J340 UPB safe to buy?

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