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E515 ODE

1987 Mercedes-benz 240

Green Diesel 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,553 mi
Last recorded4,553 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 240114,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE515 ODE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,100cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2023 4,553 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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E515 ODE is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 240 in Green with a 2,100cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E515 ODE, 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 E515 ODE registered?

E515 ODE is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 1 December 1987.

Is E515 ODE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E515 ODE shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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