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K802 PRT

1992 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

222,261 mi
Last recorded222,261 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Volvo 240142,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK802 PRT
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 222,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

timing belt history ?

Pass 14 Nov 2024 218,614 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

timing belt history ?

Fail 6 Nov 2024 218,597 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective insecure (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp reflector seriously defective insecure (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

timing belt history ?

Pass 16 Nov 2023 214,207 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 210,493 miles

Central stop lamp inoperative

Offside driving light inoperative

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

timing belt history ?

Pass 4 Nov 2021 209,311 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 208,063 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 207,889 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 204,413 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 198,171 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 193,546 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 189,456 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 184,255 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 178,662 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 178,657 miles

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

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 173,770 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 167,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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K802 PRT is a 1992 Volvo 240 in Red with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 K802 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

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What year was K802 PRT registered?

K802 PRT is a 1992 Volvo 240, first registered on 28 August 1992.

Is K802 PRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K802 PRT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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