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NST 317Y

1982 Volvo 240

White Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

118,825 mi
Last recorded118,825 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Volvo 240100,686 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNST 317Y
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 118,825 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2016 118,754 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 May 2015 118,568 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 118,137 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 117,589 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 13 May 2013 117,586 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 May 2012 116,589 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 115,455 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 113,824 miles

(1) screen cracked in swept area but contained within prescribed area. (2) nearside outer sill corroded outside prescribed area. (3) rear shock absorbers corroded.

Pass 15 May 2009 112,119 miles

Advise oil leak at / around engine oil filter

Advise signs of fluid seepage around brake master cylinder resovoir

Pass 15 May 2008 110,368 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2007 108,496 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 106,588 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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NST 317Y is a 1982 Volvo 240 in White with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NST 317Y, 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 NST 317Y registered?

NST 317Y is a 1982 Volvo 240, first registered on 13 October 1982.

Is NST 317Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NST 317Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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