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MFT 397X

1982 Volvo 240

Beige Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

223,672 mi
Last recorded223,672 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1982 Volvo 240100,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFT 397X
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 223,672 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 223,647 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 223,474 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 223,409 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 222,981 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 222,896 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 222,311 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 221,635 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 221,160 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 220,875 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 220,109 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 219,681 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 219,086 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 218,762 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 218,329 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 217,560 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 215,338 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 212,681 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 212,680 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 208,939 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 204,569 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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MFT 397X is a 1982 Volvo 240 in Beige with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1982 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 100,686 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 MFT 397X, 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 44 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 MFT 397X registered?

MFT 397X is a 1982 Volvo 240, first registered on 18 February 1982.

Is MFT 397X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFT 397X shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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