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K234 AVU

1993 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,904 mi
Last recorded131,904 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 1993 Volvo 240139,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK234 AVU
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 131,904 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 131,725 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 128,531 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 125,726 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 125,726 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 125,726 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

both front suspension arms have age related corrosion

both rear brake ferrules slightly corroded

brake back plates corroded

nsf clutch hydraulic pipe corroded not part of test

Pass 16 Jun 2016 125,726 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 125,541 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 May 2014 125,493 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2013 125,144 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f door corrosion

o/s/f brake backing plate corroded

Fail 14 May 2013 125,144 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

n/s/f door corrosion

o/s/f brake backing plate corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2012 125,133 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake heatshields corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2011 124,863 miles

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

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

rear discs worn

Fail 31 May 2011 124,861 miles

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)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear discs worn

Pass 19 May 2010 124,848 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

offside front brake backing plate corroded

Pass 8 May 2009 124,365 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

offside front brake back plate corroded

Pass 12 May 2008 123,508 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 May 2007 123,028 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 123,026 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front number plate loose on one side

rear axle bushes getting worn

slight play in both front wheel bearings

small split in brake pedal rubber

Pass 16 May 2006 120,212 miles

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

o/s washer jet partically blocked

Fail 16 May 2006 120,212 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

o/s washer jet partically blocked

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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K234 AVU is a 1993 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 K234 AVU, 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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K234 AVU is a 1993 Volvo 240, first registered on 28 May 1993.

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