MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,268 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
both front shocks cup corroisn
How Reliable is the Volvo 240?
Based on 134,955 MOT tests across 18,976 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RTC 506S is a 1978 Volvo 240 in Beige with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1978 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 88,630 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 RTC 506S, 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 48 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of RTC 506S?
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What year was RTC 506S registered?
RTC 506S is a 1978 Volvo 240, first registered on 23 January 1978.
Is RTC 506S safe to buy?
The MOT history for RTC 506S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does RTC 506S have outstanding finance?
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