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VAM 379Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 240

Red Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

238,165 mi
Last recorded238,165 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2011
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 240185,949 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAM 379Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2011 238,165 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 238,029 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 237,965 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 237,874 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 237,625 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 237,622 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 237,391 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 236,929 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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VAM 379Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240 in Red with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VAM 379Y, 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 VAM 379Y?

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What year was VAM 379Y registered?

VAM 379Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 19 April 1983.

Is VAM 379Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAM 379Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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