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UPE 198X

1982 Volvo 240

Beige Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

190,212 mi
Last recorded190,212 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 1982 Volvo 240100,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPE 198X
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 190,212 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Oct 2023 190,167 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 11 Oct 2022 190,072 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Oct 2021 190,023 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 190,015 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 189,992 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Oct 2019 189,964 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 189,898 miles

Slight play in nearside front tie rod

Slight play in offside front tie rod

Pass 6 Oct 2017 189,793 miles

Nearside Front brake binding)(attention recommended

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Sep 2016 189,682 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 189,644 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

movement in both steering rack tie rod inner joints

power steering and alternator belt require attention

Pass 19 Aug 2014 189,575 miles

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 3 Sep 2013 189,342 miles

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 23 Aug 2012 188,879 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 188,786 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

slight free play into steering rack

Pass 2 Jul 2010 187,690 miles

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

power steering belt would benefit from attention

Pass 4 Jul 2009 185,330 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 185,316 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

unable to see rear brake pad thickness

Pass 21 Jun 2008 182,084 miles

rear service brakes slightly out of balance offside poor

slight deterioration in rear suspension bushes generally

unable to see rear brake pad thickness clearly

Fail 21 Jun 2008 182,084 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear service brakes slightly out of balance offside poor

slight deterioration in rear suspension bushes generally

unable to see rear brake pad thickness clearly

Pass 14 Jun 2007 177,779 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 177,779 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 174,252 miles

advanced corrosion in nearside rear inner arch around seat belt mounting point

Pass 15 Jun 2005 169,469 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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UPE 198X is a 1982 Volvo 240 in Beige with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 UPE 198X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UPE 198X registered?

UPE 198X is a 1982 Volvo 240, first registered on 16 June 1982.

Is UPE 198X safe to buy?

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