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Volvo 240

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 1,986 cc

FRB 260MOT history

FRB 260 is a silver petrol Volvo 240 first used on 22 Feb 1993. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 86,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2023
Mileage
86,981 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2023
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FRB 260
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
240
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
22 Feb 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

FRB 260 was last recorded at 86,981 miles on 31 Aug 2023, 1,110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,871 miles · 6 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
1,110 miles
Average per year
3,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 86,981 miles
  • 2022 – 85,871 miles
  • 2021 – 84,755 miles
  • 2020 – 83,854 miles
  • 2019 – 83,083 miles
  • 2018 – 82,461 miles
  • 2017 – 81,850 miles
  • 2016 – 81,464 miles
  • 2015 – 80,163 miles
  • 2014 – 79,966 miles
  • 2013 – 79,911 miles
  • 2012 – 73,555 miles
  • 2011 – 66,723 miles
  • 2010 – 58,602 miles
  • 2009 – 50,102 miles
  • 2008 – 40,499 miles
  • 2007 – 29,806 miles
  • 2006 – 25,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,981 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,981 miles (+1,110)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,981 miles
    Test number
    680214148985
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass85,871 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,871 miles
    Test number
    779335271295
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail85,871 miles (+1,116)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,871 miles
    Test number
    566679695656
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass84,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,755 miles
    Test number
    462113574047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,755 miles (+901)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,755 miles
    Test number
    630595119519
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass83,854 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    83,854 miles
    Test number
    874603181552
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail83,854 miles (+771)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,854 miles
    Test number
    123678520798
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass83,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,083 miles
    Test number
    508483366735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,083 miles (+622)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,083 miles
    Test number
    343247247323
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass82,461 miles (+611)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,461 miles
    Test number
    287705622126
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens faded

  11. Pass81,850 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,850 miles
    Test number
    902496819723
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  12. Fail81,850 miles (+386)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,850 miles
    Test number
    773639535310
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  13. Pass81,464 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,464 miles
    Test number
    524710275195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp faded both head lamps poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail81,460 miles (+1,297)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,460 miles
    Test number
    281470940159
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp faded both head lamps poor condition

  15. Pass80,163 miles (+197)1 dangerous7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,163 miles
    Test number
    239888295132
    • DangerousNearside front tyre badly perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteClutch hydraulic supply pipe corroded

  16. Pass79,966 miles (+13)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,966 miles
    Test number
    648604804286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsf tyre perished

  17. Fail79,953 miles (+42)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,953 miles
    Test number
    317608994160
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsf tyre perished

  18. Pass79,911 miles (+14)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,911 miles
    Test number
    235266983103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar d bushes worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracking

  19. Fail79,897 miles (+9)10 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,897 miles
    Test number
    596144283141
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar d bushes worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracking

  20. Fail79,888 miles (+6,333)13 failures11 advisories13 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,888 miles
    Test number
    878342833024
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrossion to all suspension components
    • NoteCorrossion to sill ends+vehicle underside
    • NoteEngine+undercovers fitted
    • NoteHeavy perishing to tyre sidewalls
    • NoteOffside front seat back in poor condition
    • NotePerishing+play to all suspension bushes
    • NotePower steering rack damp
    • NoteWipers in poor condition

  21. Pass73,555 miles (+6,832)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    73,555 miles
    Test number
    775780732082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,723 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    66,723 miles
    Test number
    256078021072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,718 miles (+8,116)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,718 miles
    Test number
    187787121086
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass58,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    58,602 miles
    Test number
    452598020043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,602 miles (+8,500)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,602 miles
    Test number
    204658320013
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass50,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    50,102 miles
    Test number
    253260839011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail50,102 miles (+9,603)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,102 miles
    Test number
    252189729063
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Pass40,499 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    40,499 miles
    Test number
    130514628062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,485 miles (+10,679)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,485 miles
    Test number
    712412028030
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass29,806 miles (+4,086)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    29,806 miles
    Test number
    424330827049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass25,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    25,720 miles
    Test number
    542272316064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FRB 260

What vehicle is registration FRB 260 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FRB 260 on a silver petrol Volvo 240 first used on 22 Feb 1993. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does FRB 260 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on FRB 260 expired on 23 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on FRB 260?
The MOT on FRB 260 expired on 23 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has FRB 260 done?
FRB 260 was recorded at 86,981 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2023, an average of 3,474 miles a year.
Has FRB 260 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FRB 260 has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on FRB 260 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on FRB 260 find?
FRB 260 failed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2023 with 2 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside stop lamp(s) not working; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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