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PJB 501X

1984 Mercedes-benz 240

Grey Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,733 mi
Last recorded136,733 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 240166,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJB 501X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 136,733 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 136,569 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 136,278 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 129,240 miles

Battery insecure

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2008 129,375 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 124,804 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 112,300 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 112,300 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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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PJB 501X is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 240 in Grey with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 166,474 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 PJB 501X, 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 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJB 501X registered?

PJB 501X is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 21 May 1984.

Is PJB 501X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJB 501X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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