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OOU 870Y

1983 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

119,531 mi
Last recorded119,531 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1983 Volvo 240106,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOU 870Y
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 119,531 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both strut top bushes are deteriorated

Fail 7 Apr 2025 119,515 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 118,656 miles

windscreen cracked n/s

Fail 12 Mar 2021 118,648 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

windscreen cracked n/s

Pass 23 May 2013 117,364 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 117,364 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 30 May 2012 116,430 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

battery insecure

Fail 30 May 2012 116,430 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

battery insecure

Fail 20 Sep 2007 115,341 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight crack to near side of screen lower corner

Pass 20 Sep 2007 115,341 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight crack to near side of screen lower corner

Pass 11 May 2006 111,514 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 111,514 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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OOU 870Y is a 1983 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 106,646 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 OOU 870Y, 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 43 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 OOU 870Y registered?

OOU 870Y is a 1983 Volvo 240, first registered on 2 June 1983.

Is OOU 870Y safe to buy?

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