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B826 XYF

1971 Mercedes-benz 240

Red Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

123,092 mi
Last recorded123,092 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB826 XYF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2008 123,092 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

advise horn grating

Fail 30 Jun 2008 123,068 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

advise horn grating

Pass 3 Jul 2007 120,758 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 120,746 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 10 May 2006 116,056 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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B826 XYF is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 240 in Red with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 B826 XYF, 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 55 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 B826 XYF registered?

B826 XYF is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 1 July 1971.

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