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D555 BLT

1987 Mercedes-benz 240

Cream Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

188,423 mi
Last recorded188,423 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2007
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 240114,218 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD555 BLT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2007 188,423 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 181,467 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 181,467 miles

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

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

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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D555 BLT is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 240 in Cream with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 114,218 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 D555 BLT, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D555 BLT registered?

D555 BLT is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 23 January 1987.

Is D555 BLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D555 BLT shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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