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MBA 75V

1979 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,508 mi
Last recorded55,508 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 1979 Volvo 240100,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBA 75V
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 55,508 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Jun 2013 55,425 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 50,545 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 43,932 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 36,779 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 30,436 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 30,379 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 24,420 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 19,563 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 13,664 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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MBA 75V is a 1979 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 100,866 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 MBA 75V, 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 47 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 MBA 75V registered?

MBA 75V is a 1979 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 August 1979.

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