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NK54 VEB

2004 Mercedes-benz 240

Silver Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

183,504 mi
Last recorded183,504 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 24079,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK54 VEB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 183,504 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 175,799 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 169,963 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 160,568 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 25 Jun 2019 160,566 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2018 154,262 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 145,268 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 135,877 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 127,972 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2014 119,979 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 119,979 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 106,635 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 106,633 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 91,939 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 91,939 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 78,059 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 78,059 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2009 56,851 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 56,851 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 42,799 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 42,799 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 32,211 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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NK54 VEB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 240 in Silver with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 79,182 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 NK54 VEB, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was NK54 VEB registered?

NK54 VEB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 14 September 2004.

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The MOT history for NK54 VEB shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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