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T862 BDM

1999 Mercedes-benz 240

Black Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

93,097 mi
Last recorded93,097 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 24088,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT862 BDM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 93,097 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 92,253 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 91,381 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 90,722 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 89,817 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 87,238 miles

There is a oil leak

Fail 29 May 2009 87,238 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

There is a oil leak

Pass 30 May 2008 84,212 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 81,030 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 75,992 miles

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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T862 BDM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 240 in Black with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 T862 BDM, 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 T862 BDM registered?

T862 BDM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 21 July 1999.

Is T862 BDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T862 BDM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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