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MJB 258P

1976 Mercedes-benz 240

White Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

66,810 mi
Last recorded66,810 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2012
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz 24054,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJB 258P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Sep 2012 66,810 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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MJB 258P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 240 in White with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 54,674 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 MJB 258P, 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 50 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MJB 258P registered?

MJB 258P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 15 July 1976.

Is MJB 258P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJB 258P shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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