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JVV 121T

1978 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,679 mi
Last recorded20,679 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2012
Typical for 1978 Volvo 24088,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVV 121T
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2012 20,679 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 20,679 miles

meny areas show signs of corrison

Pass 22 Sep 2009 20,678 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 20,678 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 20,671 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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JVV 121T is a 1978 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,664cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 88,630 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 JVV 121T, 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 48 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 JVV 121T registered?

JVV 121T is a 1978 Volvo 240, first registered on 6 November 1978.

Is JVV 121T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVV 121T shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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