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V266 JGS

1999 Mercedes-benz 240

Silver Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,264 mi
Last recorded79,264 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 24088,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV266 JGS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2021 79,264 miles

Rear oil and fuel lines corroding

rear fuel and oil lines corroding

Pass 17 Jan 2020 77,703 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 75,040 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 73,337 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 69,817 miles

wear front disc

Pass 24 Mar 2014 66,208 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 616,660 miles

rear exh rusty

Pass 26 Jul 2011 54,169 miles

front os road spring corroded/weakend

Pass 14 Jul 2010 46,586 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 43,180 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 42,654 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 41,171 miles

exh rusty

Pass 1 Jun 2006 37,570 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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V266 JGS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 240 in Silver with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V266 JGS, 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 V266 JGS registered?

V266 JGS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V266 JGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V266 JGS shows 13 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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