MOT Status
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125,003 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Emissions unable to be completed ENGINE WONT IDLE (8.2.2.2 (e))
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.4.G.4e)
Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner (2.4.G.4e)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
fuel damp /pipes & hoses damp
Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
both rear tyres cracked on sidewalls and nearside front just starting to crack
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
both rear tyres cracked on sidewalls and nearside front just starting to crack
Hand brake uneven on application and a low reading on n/s recommend hand brake overhaul to correct problem
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 240?
Based on 3,907 MOT tests across 579 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C220 CYF is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 240 in White with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.
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 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 C220 CYF, 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 C220 CYF registered?
C220 CYF is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 2 December 1985.
Is C220 CYF safe to buy?
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