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J977 GGF

1992 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

168,279 mi
Last recorded168,279 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2021
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ977 GGF
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2021 168,279 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 168,242 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 167,208 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 166,018 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2019 158,460 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 146,880 miles

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

Offside Front Some play in hub

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 7 Apr 2018 146,880 miles

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

Offside Front Some play in hub

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 132,286 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 132,204 miles

Brake hose twisted all front (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Panhard rod which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 130,784 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 129,565 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 128,149 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 125,352 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 123,186 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 121,385 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 116,531 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 113,310 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 11,979 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 107,246 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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J977 GGF is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 J977 GGF, 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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J977 GGF is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 July 1992.

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