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TMX 355X

1982 Volvo 240

Beige Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

216,438 mi
Last recorded216,438 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 1982 Volvo 240100,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMX 355X
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 216,438 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 212,787 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 209,274 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 206,180 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 202,782 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 199,084 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust rubber broken, still secure

Fail 31 Oct 2011 199,084 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust rubber broken, still secure

Pass 27 Oct 2010 195,110 miles

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 26 Oct 2010 195,109 miles

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

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 23 Nov 2009 191,928 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 191,928 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Nov 2008 187,679 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2008 187,651 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2007 183,082 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 183,031 miles

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

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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TMX 355X is a 1982 Volvo 240 in Beige with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 100,686 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 TMX 355X, 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 44 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TMX 355X registered?

TMX 355X is a 1982 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is TMX 355X safe to buy?

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