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Volvo 240

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 1,986 cc

K85 BECMOT history

K85 BEC is a silver petrol Volvo 240 first used on 8 Mar 1993. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
122,960 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K85 BEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
240
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
8 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K85 BEC was last recorded at 122,960 miles on 22 May 2026, 76 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,884 miles · 14 May 2026
Between the last two tests
76 miles
Average per year
3,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,960 miles
  • 2025 – 120,018 miles
  • 2023 – 113,823 miles
  • 2022 – 105,046 miles
  • 2021 – 100,155 miles
  • 2020 – 99,113 miles
  • 2017 – 98,959 miles
  • 2016 – 98,552 miles
  • 2015 – 95,547 miles
  • 2014 – 91,801 miles
  • 2013 – 87,046 miles
  • 2012 – 82,542 miles
  • 2011 – 79,743 miles
  • 2010 – 76,152 miles
  • 2009 – 73,463 miles
  • 2008 – 68,684 miles
  • 2007 – 64,507 miles
  • 2006 – 56,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,960 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake flex hose not secured with spring clipsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake flex hose not secured with spring clipsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel longer than it should be however brake test showing good results and and no leaks and it is a older car .Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside n/side miorror smaller than normal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside o/side mirror smaller than normal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,960 miles (+76)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,960 miles
    Test number
    478817806368
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake flex hose not secured with spring clips
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake flex hose not secured with spring clips
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel longer than it should be however brake test showing good results and and no leaks and it is a older car .

  2. Fail122,884 miles (+2,866)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,884 miles
    Test number
    842844998240
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake flex hose not secured with spring clips
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake flex hose not secured with spring clips
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel longer than it should be however brake test showing good results and and no leaks and it is a older car .

  3. Pass120,018 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    120,018 miles
    Test number
    284389437648
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail120,013 miles (+6,190)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,013 miles
    Test number
    547835262073
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass113,823 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    113,823 miles
    Test number
    593698702405
    • AdvisoryNearside n/side miorror smaller than normal
    • AdvisoryOffside o/side mirror smaller than normal

  6. Fail113,815 miles (+8,769)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,815 miles
    Test number
    961515389045
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside n/side miorror smaller than normal
    • AdvisoryOffside o/side mirror smaller than normal

  7. Pass105,046 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    105,046 miles
    Test number
    809687677604
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail105,045 miles (+4,890)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,045 miles
    Test number
    407359725473
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pins insecure (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass100,155 miles (+1,042)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,155 miles
    Test number
    113969055515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,113 miles (+154)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,113 miles
    Test number
    541612568233
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring Mount Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring Mount Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens slightly damaged

  11. Pass98,959 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,959 miles
    Test number
    502692954680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

  12. Fail98,959 miles (+407)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,959 miles
    Test number
    674719365271
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

  13. Pass98,552 miles (+3,005)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,552 miles
    Test number
    687409712231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,547 miles
    Test number
    688165075107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,547 miles (+3,746)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,547 miles
    Test number
    769794575120
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass91,801 miles (+4,755)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,801 miles
    Test number
    235168664131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass87,046 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,046 miles
    Test number
    779663283100
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail87,046 miles (+4,504)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,046 miles
    Test number
    948213883145
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass82,542 miles (+2,799)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,542 miles
    Test number
    747259352127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass79,743 miles (+3,591)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    79,743 miles
    Test number
    897127741167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,152 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    76,152 miles
    Test number
    871063280081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,463 miles (+4,779)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    73,463 miles
    Test number
    134862969093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass68,684 miles (+4,177)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    68,684 miles
    Test number
    730212748093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,507 miles (+8,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    64,507 miles
    Test number
    441026747001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass56,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    56,024 miles
    Test number
    724376946082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K85 BEC

Does K85 BEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K85 BEC is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K85 BEC?
The MOT on K85 BEC is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K85 BEC done?
K85 BEC was recorded at 122,960 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 3,303 miles a year.
Has K85 BEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K85 BEC has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K85 BEC 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 K85 BEC find?
K85 BEC passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside headlamp reflector slightly defective; nearside front brake flex hose not secured with spring clips, and 2 more.

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