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YYC 551X

1981 Mercedes-benz 240

Orange Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,140 mi
Last recorded115,140 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2008
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 240129,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYC 551X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2008 115,140 miles

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2008 115,140 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 114,589 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 133,688 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YYC 551X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 240 in Orange with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YYC 551X, 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

How do I check the history of YYC 551X?

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What year was YYC 551X registered?

YYC 551X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 11 August 1981.

Is YYC 551X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYC 551X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YYC 551X have outstanding finance?

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