The road tax status for F815 GWD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for F815 GWD?

The MOT for F815 GWD is valid and due for renewal on or before 7 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of F815 GWD?

The recorded mileage for F815 GWD is 186,420 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is F815 GWD ULEZ compliant?

No, F815 GWD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1989 Volvo 240 2.0L Petrol · F815 GWD

F815 GWD

1989 Volvo 240 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 30/06/1989. Recorded mileage 186,420 miles. MOT valid until 07/05/2027.

Make & Model: VOLVO 240
Year / Origin: 1989 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 07/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 186,420 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 186,420 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1989
Engine: 1986cc

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F815 GWD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 22/04/2026
186,420 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
10 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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F815 GWD Mileage History

05/12/2022178,198 mi
02/04/2024179,448 mi+1,250 mi
09/05/2024179,497 mi+49 mi
29/04/2025182,027 mi+2,530 mi
22/04/2026186,420 mi+4,393 mi

Average of roughly 2,434 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

F815 GWD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 13:47

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Volvo 240 (F815 GWD) between December 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Suspension (14 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 49 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”.

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