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J422 SPH

1992 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

200,480 mi
Last recorded200,480 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ422 SPH
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 200,480 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR SECTION (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 6 May 2021 200,464 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn RADIUS ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR SECTION (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 199,408 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 195,820 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE STARTING TO WEAR

Pass 18 Jun 2018 190,939 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 184,403 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2017 184,403 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 183,996 miles

Battery slightly lose

Bothside front Anti roll bar D bushes slightly worn/free play

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 176,403 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 169,024 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 162,415 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 155,362 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 147,885 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 147,885 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 140,248 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 132,656 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 130,116 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 119,507 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 109,081 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 97,449 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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J422 SPH is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 J422 SPH, 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.

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What year was J422 SPH registered?

J422 SPH is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 July 1992.

Is J422 SPH safe to buy?

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