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K115 KGP

1992 Volvo 240

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

146,287 mi
Last recorded146,287 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK115 KGP
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 146,287 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 146,274 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 144,080 miles

it appears that both rear tyres are fouling body when loaded but not at time of test

Pass 6 Nov 2012 141,903 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 139,249 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 19 Oct 2011 139,244 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 137,639 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 137,639 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 136,082 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 130,844 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 129,495 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 127,103 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 124,914 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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K115 KGP is a 1992 Volvo 240 in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 K115 KGP, 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 K115 KGP registered?

K115 KGP is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K115 KGP safe to buy?

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