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CFB 829V

1980 Mercedes-benz 240

Green Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

84,583 mi
Last recorded84,583 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 240173,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFB 829V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 84,583 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 84,334 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 84,317 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 83,529 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 83,517 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2012 82,738 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 82,738 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 81,932 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 81,206 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 80,218 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 79,159 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 77,911 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 77,911 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 75,145 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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CFB 829V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 240 in Green with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 173,364 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 CFB 829V, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CFB 829V?

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What year was CFB 829V registered?

CFB 829V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 29 July 1980.

Is CFB 829V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFB 829V shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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