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K799 PRT

1992 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

80,469 mi
Last recorded80,469 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2014
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK799 PRT
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Sep 2014 80,469 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 75,271 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 75,271 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 70,551 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 70,519 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 28 Sep 2011 65,184 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/r lense in poor condition

Pass 28 Sep 2011 65,184 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/r lense in poor condition

Pass 28 Sep 2010 59,890 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2010 59,819 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 55,293 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 52,772 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 51,472 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 49,472 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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K799 PRT is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 K799 PRT, 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

How do I check the history of K799 PRT?

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What year was K799 PRT registered?

K799 PRT is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 28 August 1992.

Is K799 PRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K799 PRT shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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