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UFM 53K

1984 Volvo 240

Blue Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,049 mi
Last recorded23,049 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2009
Typical for 1984 Volvo 240114,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFM 53K
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2009 23,049 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 23,042 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 23,039 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 23,036 miles

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

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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UFM 53K is a 1984 Volvo 240 in Blue with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 114,799 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 UFM 53K, 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 42 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 UFM 53K registered?

UFM 53K is a 1984 Volvo 240, first registered on 25 April 1984.

Is UFM 53K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFM 53K shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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