Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid

1979 Volvo 240 2.1L Petrol · AHB 278T

AHB 278T

1979 Volvo 240 (2.1L, petrol). First registered 10/04/1979. Recorded mileage 88,587 miles. MOT valid until 25/03/2027.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 25/03/2027
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1979
Engine
2127cc

AHB 278T Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2026
  • 88,587 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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AHB 278T Mileage History

  1. 26/03/202487,750 mi
  2. 26/03/202487,750 mi
  3. 26/02/202588,051 mi+301 mi
  4. 06/03/202688,584 mi+533 mi
  5. 06/03/202688,587 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 431 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AHB 278T MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1979 Volvo 240 (AHB 278T) between March 2024 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 06 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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