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ROD 235R

1976 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,580 mi
Last recorded71,580 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1976 Volvo 24089,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationROD 235R
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 71,580 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 71,199 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 70,670 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 70,289 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 70,099 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 69,983 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 May 2019 69,625 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2018 68,727 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 May 2017 67,894 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2016 66,749 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 May 2016 66,749 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2015 65,092 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear exhaust pipe corroded but not leaking

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2014 64,194 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate crack. reasr number plate marked

Pass 16 May 2013 63,030 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear number plate marked

Pass 19 May 2012 61,046 miles

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

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

Oil leak

brake pipes sprayed/covered in sealant

Pass 28 May 2011 59,779 miles

rear number plate marked

Fail 21 May 2011 59,730 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

rear number plate marked

Pass 22 May 2010 58,683 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front number plate cracked

rear number plate marked

Pass 23 May 2009 56,839 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 56,839 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fluctuation front brakes

front number plate cracked

rear number plate fading & marked

Fail 16 May 2009 56,779 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fluctuation front brakes

front number plate cracked

rear number plate fading & marked

Pass 10 May 2008 55,160 miles

rear number plate fading

Pass 12 May 2007 52,832 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 50,577 miles

engine oil leaks †

slight play in both front wheel bearings

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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ROD 235R is a 1976 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1976 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 89,102 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 ROD 235R, 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 50 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 ROD 235R registered?

ROD 235R is a 1976 Volvo 240, first registered on 17 August 1976.

Is ROD 235R safe to buy?

The MOT history for ROD 235R shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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