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J934 MJL

1992 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,877 mi
Last recorded91,877 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ934 MJL
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 91,877 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 90,979 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 90,979 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 89,818 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on rear axle. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 89,254 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 88,324 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 88,324 miles

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 87,346 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 85,478 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 85,478 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 83,582 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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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J934 MJL is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 J934 MJL, 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 J934 MJL registered?

J934 MJL is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 31 December 1992.

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The MOT history for J934 MJL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J934 MJL have outstanding finance?

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