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K518 XBW

1992 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

130,446 mi
Last recorded130,446 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2011
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK518 XBW
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2011 130,446 miles

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

both front shocks surrouds loose

offside front tyre wearing on edges

Fail 29 Sep 2011 130,446 miles

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

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

both front shocks surrouds loose

offside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 30 Sep 2010 126,979 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 126,979 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 121,500 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 121,500 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 114,808 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 114,808 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 6 Sep 2007 106,732 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 100,987 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 96,595 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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K518 XBW is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 K518 XBW, 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.

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What year was K518 XBW registered?

K518 XBW is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K518 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K518 XBW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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