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UVK 84Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 240

Red Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,527 mi
Last recorded96,527 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 240185,949 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVK 84Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 May 2021 96,527 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

under body corrosion

Pass 11 May 2018 96,099 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 95,425 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 95,237 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 94,731 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 94,226 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 92,639 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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UVK 84Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240 in Red with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 UVK 84Y, 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 UVK 84Y registered?

UVK 84Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 25 April 1983.

Is UVK 84Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVK 84Y shows 7 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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