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J939 TPB

1992 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,123 mi
Last recorded125,123 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2011
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ939 TPB
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2011 125,123 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 120,897 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 114,765 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 114,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 109,444 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 103,971 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 98,431 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 980,012 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2005 91,441 miles

nearside rear tyre wall slightly out of shape

offside front headlamp stone chipped

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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J939 TPB is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J939 TPB, 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 J939 TPB?

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What year was J939 TPB registered?

J939 TPB is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 27 May 1992.

Is J939 TPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J939 TPB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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