MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
127,257 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Oil leak
front number plate slghtly damaged
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
front number plate slightly damaged but still secure
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
front number plate slightly damaged but still secure
How Reliable is the Volvo 240?
Based on 134,955 MOT tests across 18,976 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MBV 980X is a 1981 Volvo 240 in Brown with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 MBV 980X, 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 MBV 980X?
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What year was MBV 980X registered?
MBV 980X is a 1981 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 August 1981.
Is MBV 980X safe to buy?
The MOT history for MBV 980X shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MBV 980X have outstanding finance?
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