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A133 FLY

1984 Mercedes-benz 250

Cream Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

124,671 mi
Last recorded124,671 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 25097,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA133 FLY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1984
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 124,671 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 124,671 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 124,668 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 124,653 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 124,653 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 124,652 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2009 124,652 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight leak steering box

Fail 6 Jul 2009

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight leak steering box

Pass 3 Nov 2007 124,626 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 124,626 miles

Centre Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?

Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
2,936
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 715
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 666
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 458
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A133 FLY is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 250 in Cream with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 97,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 250 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A133 FLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A133 FLY registered?

A133 FLY is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 4 July 1984.

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