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V799 GGE

1999 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

210,575 mi
Last recorded210,575 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV799 GGE
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2009 210,575 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2009 210,579 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 201,053 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 190,931 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 190,931 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 182,044 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 168,183 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 168,183 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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V799 GGE is a 1999 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 V799 GGE, 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 27 years old, this Volvo 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V799 GGE registered?

V799 GGE is a 1999 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V799 GGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V799 GGE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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