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KYU 837X

1981 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,849 mi
Last recorded91,849 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2009
Typical for 1981 Volvo 24099,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYU 837X
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2009 91,849 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 88,576 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 88,576 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 84,822 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 79,491 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 74,759 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 74,759 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

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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KYU 837X is a 1981 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KYU 837X, 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

How do I check the history of KYU 837X?

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What year was KYU 837X registered?

KYU 837X is a 1981 Volvo 240, first registered on 26 August 1981.

Is KYU 837X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYU 837X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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