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TEC 306Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 240

Silver Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,041 mi
Last recorded93,041 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 240185,949 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEC 306Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 93,041 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 89,430 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 85,906 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 81,922 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 81,922 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 78,156 miles

rear foot & hand brake slight low effort

Fail 21 Mar 2012 78,153 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

rear foot & hand brake slight low effort

Pass 7 Jul 2006 78,121 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 77,482 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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TEC 306Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240 in Silver with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 185,949 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 TEC 306Y, 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 43 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 TEC 306Y registered?

TEC 306Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 8 March 1983.

Is TEC 306Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEC 306Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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