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FLD 745Y

1996 Mercedes-benz 240

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

296,085 mi
Last recorded296,085 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLD 745Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2018 296,085 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 296,080 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 296,032 miles

Centre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 296,007 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front inner archs have surface corrosion

slight corrosion on rear bumper underside

slight play on steering idler arm

Pass 29 Nov 2013 295,841 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front inner archs have surface corrosion

slight corrosion on rear bumper underside

slight play on steering idler arm

Pass 26 Nov 2012 295,789 miles

slight corrosion on rear bumper underside

slight play on steering idler arm

Pass 3 May 2011 295,787 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 294,804 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 293,698 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 292,078 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 284,760 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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FLD 745Y is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 240 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FLD 745Y, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FLD 745Y registered?

FLD 745Y is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 17 December 1996.

Is FLD 745Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLD 745Y shows 11 tests 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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