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A674 XGJ

1983 Mercedes-benz 240

Maroon Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

244,912 mi
Last recorded244,912 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2010
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 240185,949 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA674 XGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1983
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2010 244,912 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 244,798 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 242,412 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 24,065 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 24,065 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 236,025 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 235,985 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 240?

Based on 3,907 MOT tests across 579 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
2,300
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
579
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 405
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 141
Brake pipe excessively corroded 124
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 123
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A674 XGJ is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240 in Maroon with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 185,949 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 240 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 405 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A674 XGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 240 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A674 XGJ registered?

A674 XGJ is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A674 XGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A674 XGJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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