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K31 PNL

1992 Volvo 240

White Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,068 mi
Last recorded82,068 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK31 PNL
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 82,068 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 81,715 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 81,592 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 81,461 miles

underside of vehicle , including brake pipes " covered in underseal " impairing accurate inspection

Pass 15 Jun 2021 80,718 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 80,718 miles

Offside Rear Inner Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 80,193 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 May 2019 80,193 miles

Central Rear Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 78,814 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 78,814 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 76,427 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 71,685 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 69,933 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 68,567 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 64,980 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 59,796 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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K31 PNL is a 1992 Volvo 240 in White with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 K31 PNL, 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 K31 PNL registered?

K31 PNL is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 10 September 1992.

Is K31 PNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K31 PNL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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