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TMM 68S

1978 Volvo 240

White Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

117,918 mi
Last recorded117,918 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 1978 Volvo 24088,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMM 68S
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 117,918 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 117,781 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 117,781 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 77,008 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 77,001 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 May 2015 76,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 May 2015 76,996 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 76,996 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 76,995 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 76,989 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 76,989 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 76,978 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 76,962 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 76,929 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 76,828 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 75,494 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 73,897 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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TMM 68S is a 1978 Volvo 240 in White with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 TMM 68S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TMM 68S registered?

TMM 68S is a 1978 Volvo 240, first registered on 27 January 1978.

Is TMM 68S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMM 68S shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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