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A754 RFB

1983 Mercedes-benz 240

Cream Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

219,111 mi
Last recorded219,111 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 240185,949 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA754 RFB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Jan 2017 219,111 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 216,074 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 213,069 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 209,480 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 203,102 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 199,329 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 193,494 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 189,212 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 185,949 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 182,810 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 179,657 miles

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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A754 RFB is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240 in Cream with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A754 RFB, 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

How do I check the history of A754 RFB?

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What year was A754 RFB registered?

A754 RFB is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 5 August 1983.

Is A754 RFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A754 RFB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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