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H761 JCV

1990 Mercedes-benz 240

Green Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,994 mi
Last recorded2,994 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH761 JCV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2026 2,994 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Vehicles components & areas undersealed

Pass 19 Aug 2024 1,591 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 2,213 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 1,522 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 1,400 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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H761 JCV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 240 in Green with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 H761 JCV, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of H761 JCV?

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What year was H761 JCV registered?

H761 JCV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H761 JCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H761 JCV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H761 JCV have outstanding finance?

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