MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
149,023 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 240?
Based on 3,907 MOT tests across 579 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B396 SWY is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 240 in Red with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 166,474 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 B396 SWY, 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 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of B396 SWY?
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What year was B396 SWY registered?
B396 SWY is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 1 October 1984.
Is B396 SWY safe to buy?
The MOT history for B396 SWY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does B396 SWY have outstanding finance?
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