Mercedes 240 D (1982)
1982 Mercedes 240 D
CarHunch has 467 1982 Mercedes 240 D vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.
Moderate sample. 467 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.
No MOT data available for this vehicle type
The 1982 Mercedes 240 D doesn't appear in DVLA light-vehicle MOT records — it may be exempt, registered as a different vehicle class, or an import not subject to UK MOT testing. We don't have reliability stats for this specific model, but you can browse other Mercedes vehicles below.
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The real detail is in the individual vehicle report — MOT history, AI Hunches, mileage timeline, and defect patterns for that specific reg.
The 1982 Mercedes 240 D falls outside the standard DVLA light-vehicle MOT database—it's simply too old to appear in modern testing records, and any surviving examples today are likely to be historic or classic vehicles registered under different rules. This diesel saloon was a workhorse of its era, known for bulletproof reliability and longevity, but you won't find conventional MOT pass rates to guide a purchase decision. If you're considering one, focus instead on service history, evidence of recent maintenance by a specialist, and a pre-purchase inspection by someone familiar with 1980s Mercedes diesels—the cars themselves have a strong reputation, but condition varies wildly after four decades. Check whether the vehicle qualifies for classic or historic vehicle status, as this affects testing requirements and insurance options.
We have 467 1982 Mercedes 240 D vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.
There are a few reasons this can happen:
- Heavy commercial vehicle — trucks, buses and coaches over 3.5 tonnes are tested under the DVSA annual HGV/PSV regime, which uses a separate database not included in our data source
- Imported vehicles — vehicles registered abroad and recently brought to the UK may have no UK MOT history yet
- MOT-exempt — vehicles manufactured before 1986 qualify under the 40-year rolling exemption; some specialist and agricultural vehicles are also exempt
- Never used on public roads — some vehicles are registered but kept off-road and have never required an MOT
Before you buy a 1982 Mercedes 240 D
Based on MOT data from 467 vehicles — here's what to check.
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Check the full MOT history.
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recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price.
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Colour Breakdown
Based on 4,516 Mercedes 240 D vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.
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