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J446 SNK

1992 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

179,070 mi
Last recorded179,070 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ446 SNK
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 179,070 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

all passenger seats removed

Pass 29 Jul 2016 160,163 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 154,789 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 153,713 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 150,106 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 146,667 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 142,788 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 142,788 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 139,088 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 139,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

center stop lamp inop'

Fail 17 Mar 2009 134,306 miles

BOTH HEADLAMP REFLECTORS STARTING TO CORRODE

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 134,306 miles

BOTH HEADLAMP REFLECTORS STARTING TO CORRODE

Pass 10 Mar 2008 129,690 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 121,454 miles

n/s headlight glass cracked

Pass 4 Apr 2006 116,134 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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J446 SNK is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J446 SNK, 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 J446 SNK registered?

J446 SNK is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 8 April 1992.

Is J446 SNK safe to buy?

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