Volvo 240 Gl (1986)
1986 Volvo 240 Gl
CarHunch is tracking 4,628 1986 Volvo 240 Gl vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1986 Volvo 240 GL shows a 0% first-time pass rate across 4,628 vehicles analysed—drastically below the UK average of 80%—which means every single example tested failed its MOT on first attempt. No dangerous defects were recorded and there are no failure or advisory records captured, suggesting the data itself may be incomplete or these vehicles are no longer undergoing standard MOT testing.
The median CarHunch score of 50 and absence of mileage data indicate these are extremely aged vehicles (38+ years old) where historical MOT records may be sparse or unreliable. If you're considering a 1986 240 GL, treat this dataset with caution and rely instead on a pre-purchase inspection by a Volvo specialist, as the MOT history here doesn't reflect the actual condition of survivors still on the road.
We have 4,628 1986 Volvo 240 Gl vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1986 Volvo 240 Gl
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Volvo 240 Gl
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 4,622 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 6 | 0% | 0 |
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