MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
260,819 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 240?
Based on 3,907 MOT tests across 579 vehicles.
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B515 KBL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 240 in Red with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 171,090 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 B515 KBL, 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 41 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 B515 KBL registered?
B515 KBL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 3 June 1985.
Is B515 KBL safe to buy?
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