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JPB 439N

1975 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,975 mi
Last recorded170,975 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1975 Volvo 24089,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPB 439N
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2017 170,975 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed driver seat (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 170,956 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner seal (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion inner seal (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed driver seat (5.2.2b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 170,941 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 170,919 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 170,879 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 170,810 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 170,782 miles

Oil leak

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

speedo odio not working

Pass 7 Sep 2010 170,760 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

speedo odio notworking

Pass 2 Sep 2009 170,738 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

mileage meter not working

Pass 3 Sep 2008 170,680 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside wiper poor condition

Pass 26 Sep 2007 170,637 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 170,546 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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JPB 439N is a 1975 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 89,212 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 JPB 439N, 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 51 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JPB 439N registered?

JPB 439N is a 1975 Volvo 240, first registered on 16 May 1975.

Is JPB 439N safe to buy?

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