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UPY 792X

1983 Mercedes-benz 240

Blue Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,893 mi
Last recorded110,893 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 240185,949 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPY 792X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2024 110,893 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 108,292 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 107,683 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 108,948 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 105,626 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 104,591 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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UPY 792X is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240 in Blue with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UPY 792X, 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

How do I check the history of UPY 792X?

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What year was UPY 792X registered?

UPY 792X is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 8 December 1983.

Is UPY 792X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPY 792X shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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