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C967 LOG

1986 Mercedes-benz 240

Cream Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

137,810 mi
Last recorded137,810 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2007
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 240168,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC967 LOG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1986
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2007 137,810 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Track rod end damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 131,613 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 131,613 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 Jun 2006 131,605 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 1 Jun 2006 131,598 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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C967 LOG is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 240 in Cream with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 168,770 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 C967 LOG, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C967 LOG registered?

C967 LOG is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 8 May 1986.

Is C967 LOG safe to buy?

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