What year Volvo 240 Gle is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1985 Volvo 240 Gle has the highest pass rate at 100.0%, out of 1,293 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Volvo 240 Gle MOT failures?

The most common Volvo 240 Gle MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Volvo 240 Gle — Reliability by Year

7,116 vehicles · MOT data 1983–1987 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Volvo 240 Gle was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

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Best pass rate year

1985

100.0% pass rate · 1,293 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1984

100.0% pass rate · 1,661 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1987	—	—	728
1986	—	—	2,299
1985	100.0%	97,459 mi	1,293
1984	100.0%	130,993 mi	1,661
1983	—	—	1,135

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