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E855 WOL

1987 Mercedes-benz 240

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,721 mi
Last recorded1,721 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 240114,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE855 WOL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 1,721 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

b pillar secured but not fully

underseal on all components underneath

Fail 16 Jul 2024 1,721 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

b pillar secured but not fully

underseal on all components underneath

Pass 14 Sep 2022 1,608 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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E855 WOL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 240 in Black with a 2,400cc 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 E855 WOL, 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 E855 WOL registered?

E855 WOL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 1 December 1987.

Is E855 WOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E855 WOL 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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