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LTC 147P

1976 Volvo 240

Green Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

54,154 mi
Last recorded54,154 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1976 Volvo 24089,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTC 147P
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 54,154 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 53,836 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 53,836 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 51,270 miles

Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front brake has a slight bind when rotated by hand

Pass 14 Jul 2015 52,624 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 52,619 miles

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 51,899 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 6 Mar 2013 51,547 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 51,547 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 49,313 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 49,298 miles

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 49,259 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 49,214 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 49,166 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 49,113 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 49,022 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 48,854 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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LTC 147P is a 1976 Volvo 240 in Green with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1976 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 89,102 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 LTC 147P, 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 50 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 LTC 147P registered?

LTC 147P is a 1976 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 July 1976.

Is LTC 147P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LTC 147P shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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