4 Model Years Analyzed
Volvo 245
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1975-1983), based on 5 DVSA recorded tests.
80%
Average Pass Rate
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Model Years
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Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
1980 Volvo 245 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1A tyre seriously damaged
- 2A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
- 3A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps
- 4An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
- 5Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Volvo 245?
The Volvo 245 has an average 80% MOT pass rate across model years 1975 to 1983, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volvo 245?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Volvo 245 across all years are: a tyre seriously damaged, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Volvo 245 year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Volvo 245 model years.