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R983 BLD

1998 Mercedes-benz 240

Blue Petrol 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,021 mi
Last recorded69,021 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2010
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 24076,411 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR983 BLD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2010 69,021 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 54,021 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 69,170 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Pass 24 Sep 2009 64,888 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 60,634 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 56,930 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 52,279 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 52,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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R983 BLD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 240 in Blue with a 2,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R983 BLD, 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 R983 BLD registered?

R983 BLD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R983 BLD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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