MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,805 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
How Reliable is the Volvo 240?
Based on 134,955 MOT tests across 18,976 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MCS 555W is a 1981 Volvo 240 in Yellow with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 MCS 555W, 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 MCS 555W?
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What year was MCS 555W registered?
MCS 555W is a 1981 Volvo 240, first registered on 10 March 1981.
Is MCS 555W safe to buy?
The MOT history for MCS 555W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MCS 555W have outstanding finance?
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