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PLT 380W

1980 Mercedes-benz 240

White Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

200,918 mi
Last recorded200,918 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 240173,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLT 380W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 200,918 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 200,100 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 200,000 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working intermittent/bulb fault (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 198,918 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 197,927 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 197,107 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 195,966 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 195,687 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 195,013 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 194,436 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 193,893 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 193,525 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 192,848 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 192,231 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 191,914 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 191,694 miles

corrosion started at n/s/f inner wing

Pass 29 Mar 2008 191,256 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 191,014 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 190,342 miles

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

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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PLT 380W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 240 in White with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 173,364 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 PLT 380W, 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 46 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 PLT 380W registered?

PLT 380W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 6 October 1980.

Is PLT 380W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLT 380W shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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