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R286 XKP

1998 Mercedes-benz 240

Black Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,067 mi
Last recorded112,067 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 24076,411 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 XKP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2016 112,067 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jun 2016 111,915 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 2 Jun 2015 105,556 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 100,213 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 93,498 miles

o/s door mirror damaged

Pass 29 Jun 2012 86,944 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 86,859 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 78,360 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 66,733 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 57,121 miles

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

both rear coil springs corroded

oil leak

Fail 25 Jan 2008 49,806 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 49,806 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 42,735 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 37,558 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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R286 XKP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 240 in Black with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R286 XKP, 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 R286 XKP registered?

R286 XKP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R286 XKP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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