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KMW 814X

1981 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,280 mi
Last recorded124,280 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1981 Volvo 24099,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMW 814X
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 124,280 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 124,245 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside outer sill corroded

offside outer sill corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2009 124,214 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 124,210 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 123,923 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/r brake slighty binding

unable to chech brake pipes due to execcive covering of greese

Pass 31 May 2007 123,678 miles

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

condensation in n/s front headlamp

n/s rear tyre worn outer edge and cracking

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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KMW 814X is a 1981 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 99,857 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 KMW 814X, 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 45 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KMW 814X registered?

KMW 814X is a 1981 Volvo 240, first registered on 5 October 1981.

Is KMW 814X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMW 814X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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