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WVV 661W

1981 Volvo 240

Red Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests27 (16 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate59.3%

Mileage

128,172 mi
Last recorded128,172 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 1981 Volvo 24099,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVV 661W
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc

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MOT History

16 pass 11 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2022 128,172 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 128,165 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

surface rust underbody etc

Fail 11 Nov 2021 128,165 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

surface rust underbody etc

Pass 6 Nov 2020 128,162 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 128,158 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 128,149 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight corrosion under car, and previous repairs been under seal.

Fail 23 Nov 2019 128,149 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight corrosion under car, and previous repairs been under seal.

Pass 27 Nov 2018 128,122 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2017 128,998 miles

general corrosion under car, ok at time of test. various welding repairs.

Pass 20 Nov 2016 128,075 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 128,058 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 128,058 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 15 Nov 2014 128,046 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 128,046 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 128,023 miles

slight corrosion to n earside floor pan.

Pass 20 Oct 2012 127,998 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 127,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 127,911 miles

cracks/damaged on sidewall of nearside rear tyre.

some play in steering arms.

Fail 17 Nov 2011 127,911 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

cracks/damaged on sidewall of nearside rear tyre.

some play in steering arms.

Pass 1 Nov 2010 127,911 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 127,858 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

corrossion on offside front floor.

Pass 30 Oct 2009 127,858 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

corrossion on offside front floor.

Fail 25 Oct 2008 127,727 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Oct 2008 127,727 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Oct 2007 127,584 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2006 127,434 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2006 127,434 miles

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

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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WVV 661W is a 1981 Volvo 240 in Red with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.3%.

Across all 1981 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 99,857 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 WVV 661W, 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 45 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WVV 661W registered?

WVV 661W is a 1981 Volvo 240, first registered on 10 June 1981.

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