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SO54 JFU

2005 Volvo 240

Blue Diesel 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

190,498 mi
Last recorded190,498 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo 240104,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 JFU
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2015 190,498 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 190,498 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 184,693 miles

general underbody corrosion at rear.

Fail 29 Jun 2013 181,850 miles

Front Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 181,850 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jun 2012
Pass 15 Aug 2011 152,763 miles

Child seat fitted to nearside front - Visual inspection of seat belt

Nearside front outer tyre wall has cuts

Nearside front shock absorber wet

Nearside rear tyre just on legal limit

Offside rear tyre nearing wear indicators

Fail 15 Aug 2011 152,763 miles

Child seat fitted to nearside front - Visual inspection of seat belt

Nearside front outer tyre wall has cuts

Nearside front shock absorber wet

Nearside rear tyre just on legal limit

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear tyre nearing wear indicators

Pass 16 Aug 2010 123,822 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Aug 2010 123,822 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Aug 2009 93,954 miles

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

rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Aug 2008 59,649 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 53,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SO54 JFU is a 2005 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,316cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 104,340 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 SO54 JFU, 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 21 years old, this Volvo 240 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO54 JFU registered?

SO54 JFU is a 2005 Volvo 240, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is SO54 JFU safe to buy?

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