MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
289,184 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Outer Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
Offside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering component(s) leaking pipe from rack to pump leaking, fitted new clip (2.3.3b)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Nearside front jacking point corroded but not within a prescribed area
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
An item not tested (Manual)
Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Nearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
osr inner driveshaft leaking
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?
Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A281 GAO is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.
Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 77,015 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 250 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A281 GAO, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was A281 GAO registered?
A281 GAO is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 5 September 1983.
Is A281 GAO safe to buy?
The MOT history for A281 GAO shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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