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CPB 241Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 240

Red Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

212,618 mi
Last recorded212,618 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2008
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 240154,463 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPB 241Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model240
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2008 212,618 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 212,618 miles

Offside Outer Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 26 May 2007 206,576 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 206,575 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

osr drive shaft gaitor inner/ outer. osf floor showing corrosion. slight corrosion ns os top inner wing wittin 30cm of supsenion mot assesment tool used.brake pads warning lamp on.

Pass 29 Mar 2006 202,480 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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CPB 241Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 240 in Red with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 154,463 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CPB 241Y, 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 44 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 CPB 241Y?

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What year was CPB 241Y registered?

CPB 241Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 240, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is CPB 241Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPB 241Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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