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RMA 852P

1999 Mercedes-benz 240

Beige Diesel 2376cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,593 mi
Last recorded20,593 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 24088,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMA 852P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1999
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,376cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 20,593 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 20,585 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 20,249 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 17,101 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 13,671 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 11,782 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2005 8,959 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 8,892 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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RMA 852P is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 240 in Beige with a 2,376cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 88,460 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RMA 852P, 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 27 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 RMA 852P registered?

RMA 852P is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 4 June 1999.

Is RMA 852P safe to buy?

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