MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
165,289 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 240?
Based on 3,907 MOT tests across 579 vehicles.
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A948 RFO is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240 in Red with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 A948 RFO, 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.
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What year was A948 RFO registered?
A948 RFO is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 31 December 1983.
Is A948 RFO safe to buy?
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