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TSO 284R

1977 Volvo 240

Yellow Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

108,035 mi
Last recorded108,035 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 1977 Volvo 24093,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSO 284R
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 108,035 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 107,399 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 105,204 miles

Nearside Front steering tie bar joint slightly worn

Pass 16 Mar 2018 102,047 miles

Offside Front Track rod arm has slight play

Pass 16 Mar 2017 99,470 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 95,558 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 92,578 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 92,578 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 89,838 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 87,388 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 84,120 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 81,276 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 80,751 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 80,751 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 79,146 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 78,235 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 77,536 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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TSO 284R is a 1977 Volvo 240 in Yellow with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1977 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 93,354 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 TSO 284R, 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 49 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 TSO 284R registered?

TSO 284R is a 1977 Volvo 240, first registered on 29 April 1977.

Is TSO 284R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSO 284R shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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