1989 Volvo 240 dl
YV1AX8842K1362456
Vehicle history report for the 1989 Volvo 240 dl (VIN YV1AX8842K1362456). Silver, sedan/saloon, 4-cyl. Title: Clean. 258,000 mi reported. Registered in Nm. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
MPG & running costs
Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 1989 Volvo 240 dl.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN YV1AX8842K1362456
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 1989 volvo 240 dl.
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Common problems & what to inspect
No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Volvo 240 dl yet — a good sign. Still, run the essential pre-purchase checks below before you buy.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find out who owns this vehicle from the VIN?
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Is the VIN YV1AX8842K1362456 valid?
YV1AX8842K1362456 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Sweden. It decodes to the 1989 Volvo 240 dl.
Does the 1989 Volvo 240 dl have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 1989 Volvo 240 dl. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What fuel economy does the 1989 Volvo 240 dl get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1989 Volvo 240 dl at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway).
Data last checked 31 Jul 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.