MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
219,515 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Battery insecure
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
both sill has cover
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 240?
Based on 3,907 MOT tests across 579 vehicles.
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F478 TRK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 240 in Silver with a 2,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 185,395 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 F478 TRK, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was F478 TRK registered?
F478 TRK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 31 December 1989.
Is F478 TRK safe to buy?
The MOT history for F478 TRK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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