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MYW 681X

1982 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,613 mi
Last recorded116,613 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2005
Typical for 1982 Volvo 240100,686 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYW 681X
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2005 116,613 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 116,565 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

ACCELERATOR CABLE RUBBING ON STEERING SHAFT TO RACK

BATTRY IS INSECURE D A N G E R O U S !!!!!!

BONNET PULL CABLE IS OBSTRUCTING DRIVING CONTROLS SUCH AS ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDALS † D A N G E R O U S !!!!!!!!

EXHAUST SYSTEM GENERALLY CORRODED THROUGHOUT

LEFT HORN PUSH BUTTON ON STEERING WHEEL NOT WORKING

NEARSIDE FRONT DOOR MIRROR GLASS UNIT MISSING

NEARSIDE FRONT HEADLAMP LIGHT OUTPUT FADING

OFFSIDE DRIVING LAMP NOT WORKING

OFFSIDE REAR OUTER INERTIA SEAT BELT AND STALK NOT TESTED DUE TO CHILD SEAT FITTED

REAR AXLE APPEARS TO BE OFFSET ON VEHICLE BY APPROXAMIATELY 1 TO 2 INCHES

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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MYW 681X is a 1982 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 MYW 681X, 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 MYW 681X registered?

MYW 681X is a 1982 Volvo 240, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is MYW 681X safe to buy?

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