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K60 PHC

1992 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

191,742 mi
Last recorded191,742 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK60 PHC
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 191,742 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 191,737 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 191,521 miles

Offside Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 191,305 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 191,301 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 190,890 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 188,776 miles

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

Rear Rear axle & components corroded

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S/R & O/S/R chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 185,596 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 182,806 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced reflector starting to dull (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside parking brake lower on effort

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 179,079 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 174,158 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 168,349 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 164,611 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 161,242 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 155,469 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 152,678 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 148,133 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 141,643 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 134,971 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 122,894 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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K60 PHC is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 K60 PHC, 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 K60 PHC registered?

K60 PHC is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 7 September 1992.

Is K60 PHC safe to buy?

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