Volvo 740 Gl S/r Auto (1987)
1987 Volvo 740 Gl S/r Auto
CarHunch is tracking 541 1987 Volvo 740 Gl S/r Auto vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1987 Volvo 740 has a 0% first-time pass rate, which is dramatically below the UK average of 80%—every single one of the 541 vehicles tested failed its MOT on first attempt. There are no recorded dangerous defects in this cohort, which is the only positive signal, but the universal failure rate suggests these cars are either in very poor condition or the data itself reflects a specific subset of particularly neglected examples.
With a median carhunch score of 50 and no usable mileage data to contextualise age-related wear, these results point to fundamental mechanical problems across the board rather than isolated issues. If you're seriously considering a 1987 Volvo 740, budget heavily for repairs before and immediately after purchase, and have a trusted mechanic inspect the brakes, suspension, and engine bay in detail before committing any money.
We have 541 1987 Volvo 740 Gl S/r Auto 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 1987 Volvo 740 Gl S/r Auto
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 740 Gl S/r Auto
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 538 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
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