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K188 CTH

1993 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

135,898 mi
Last recorded135,898 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2015
Typical for 1993 Volvo 240139,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK188 CTH
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2015 135,898 miles

HEAVY AND SIGNIFICANT SURFACE CORROSION ON ALL SUSPENSION COMPONANTS

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Nov 2015 135,877 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)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded suspension bed (2.4.A.3)

HEAVY AND SIGNIFICANT SURFACE CORROSION ON ALL SUSPENSION COMPONANTS

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 130,788 miles

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

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

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

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

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle has corrosion to underside

Fail 25 Feb 2014 130,775 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/rear tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

vehicle has corrosion to underside

Pass 23 Oct 2012 129,475 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 May 2011 127,592 miles

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 127,592 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2010 124,368 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 117,315 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 117,315 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 May 2008 108,563 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 108,563 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 May 2007 98,169 miles

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

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

rear no. plate slight deteriation

Pass 19 May 2006 89,477 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

leters starting to deteriate

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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K188 CTH is a 1993 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1993 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 139,510 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K188 CTH, 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 33 years old, this Volvo 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K188 CTH registered?

K188 CTH is a 1993 Volvo 240, first registered on 4 February 1993.

Is K188 CTH safe to buy?

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