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J971 VJM

1992 Volvo 240

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

304,179 mi
Last recorded304,179 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ971 VJM
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 304,179 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 304,179 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 296,818 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 286,183 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 277,340 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 268,437 miles

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

rear shocks weak

Fail 13 Sep 2013 257,508 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 257,508 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 244,840 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 231,632 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 218,104 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 6 Sep 2010 217,902 miles

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 204,348 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 16 Sep 2009 204,346 miles

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Sep 2008 189,586 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 176,090 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 159,150 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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J971 VJM is a 1992 Volvo 240 in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 J971 VJM, 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 J971 VJM registered?

J971 VJM is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 29 May 1992.

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