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VNU 109X

1981 Mercedes-benz 240

Black Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

175,963 mi
Last recorded175,963 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2013
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 240129,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNU 109X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2013 175,963 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 175,514 miles

rad leaking

small blow on centre silencer

Pass 21 Nov 2011 174,691 miles

n/s/r tyre ON LIMIT

rad leaking

slight play in steering idler

Pass 25 Nov 2010 171,949 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake fluid level low(still above min level)

brake pad warning light on

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r brake pad anti rattle clip broken

small blow on centre exhaust

Pass 26 Nov 2009 171,620 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 171,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 170,253 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 170,253 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 159,602 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 144,510 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 144,344 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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VNU 109X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 240 in Black with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 129,803 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 VNU 109X, 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 45 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 VNU 109X registered?

VNU 109X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is VNU 109X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNU 109X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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