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PFZ 8096

1998 Mercedes-benz 240

Green Petrol 2399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,002 mi
Last recorded22,002 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 24076,411 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFZ 8096
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 22,002 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 20,845 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 20,107 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 19,411 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 19,387 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2022 18,998 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 18,124 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 16,978 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 16,727 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 16,602 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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PFZ 8096 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 240 in Green with a 2,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 76,411 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PFZ 8096, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PFZ 8096 registered?

PFZ 8096 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 16 September 1998.

Is PFZ 8096 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFZ 8096 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PFZ 8096 have outstanding finance?

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